Phos

Phos is a genus of sea snails, marine gastropod mollusks in the family Nassariidae, the nassa mud snails. These snails have a distinctive, elongated, pointed shell that is typically dark brown or gray in color.

Rosy Phos – Phos roseatus

Common Names

The common name for Phos snails is "phos snails."

Characteristics

Phos snails are characterized by their:

  • Elongated, pointed shell
  • Dark brown or gray coloration
  • Slender spire
  • Prominent, sharp outer lip
  • Variable number of spiral ridges

Environments

Phos snails are found in a variety of marine environments, including:

  • Shallow waters
  • Intertidal zones
  • Subtidal zones
  • Sandy bottoms
  • Muddy bottoms

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