Red Footed Conch

The Red Footed Conch, also known as Thorn Latirus, lives in shallow water among stony corals and rocks and has a peaceful temerament. They are named after their bright red foot and by their single nonpoisonous thorn that grows from the bottom of the lip of their shell.

Common Name(s): Red Footed Conch, Thorn Latirus
Scientific/Other Name(s) : Opeatostoma pseudodon
Care Level : Easy
Maximum Size:4"
Minimum Tank Size: 10 gallons
Reef Safe: Yes
Feeding Requirements: Omnivore:fresh fish and dried seaweed, as well as high quality frozen foods, to supplement what
they will feed on from the rocks of the tank
Temperament / Behavior: Peaceful
Other Comments:
The Red Footed Conch, also known as Thorn Latirus, lives in shallow water among stony corals and rocks and has a peaceful temerament. They are named after their bright red foot and by their single nonpoisonous thorn that grows from the bottom of the lip of their shell. The Red Footed Conch is reef compatable and need a mature aquarium with a large sandbed where they will consume aquarium detritus.