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Created 12/6/2025

Family Neritidae

HAWAII - ENDEMIC

Smaragdia bryanae




Kahala, Oahu, 10 feet, 2-4mm

Kawaihae, Hawaii
   

BRYAN'S SEAGRASS NERITE

Feeds upon the endemic seagrass Halophila hawaiiana on silty sand in shallow water.  Feeding scars appear as transparent sections on the plant.  Attains 3mm.  Endemic to Hawaii.