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Common Atlantic Marginella

Prunum apicinum

A tiny, glossy sea snail that glides along sand and seagrass, feeding on detritus, clams and other snails.

Species Data

First Recorded: December 10, 2023
Last Observed: October 04, 2025
Est. Population: 30
Record Created: September 25, 2025
Realm: Saltwater
Main Biome: Marine Shore, Seagrass Meadow
Trophic Role: Secondary Consumer (Carnivore)
Feeding Niche: Clams and other snails
Known Predators: None Known
Currently: Successfully
Population Size: 30
First Recorded: December 10, 2023
Reproduction Notes: 1 entries
Status: Least Concern
Realm: Saltwater
Main Biome: Marine Shore, Seagrass Meadow
Population Size: 30
Conservation Notes: 1 entries
Total Comments: 0
Species Page: Common Atlantic Marginella

General Notes

Will burrow in and out of the sand in search of prey. Seems to hunt other snails and clams

Ecology Notes

Looks to be too disruptive as it eats young cerith snails and clams. May need removal for a balanced system if a natural predator cannot be found.

Reproduction Notes

Highly successful breeder.

Conservation Notes

No concerns with this species as it seems there are currently no predators to this species.

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