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Created 3/19/2026

Family Hipponicidae

CIRCUMTROPICAL / HAWAII

Cheilea equestris



Kahe, Oahu, 20 feet, 9mm

Kahe, Oahu, 20 feet, 11mm
   
   
   

FALSE CUP-AND-SAUCER

Uncommon under rocks, generally deeper than 150 feet.  Conforms to shape of the substrate, sculpture, and color variable, with a 'U-shaped' internal cup below the apex.  Attains 1.8 inches, 40mm.  Warm latitudes of the Pacific, Indian, and Atlantic Oceans.