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Updated 11/2/2025

Family Trochidae

WEST PACIFIC / HAWAII

Trochus intextus



Mokapu, Oahu, 3 feet


Oahu


Juvenile, Midway Atoll, 5mm @ Kala'i Sim

Kaunolu Bay tidepool, Lana'i

 

Portlock, Oahu, 20 feet

 

HAWAIIAN or WOVEN TOP SHELL

Common under stones on sand in shallow water.  Feeds upon filamentous algae.  Operculum thin and yellow.  Attains 1.25 inch.  Philippines to Hawaii.