Thrush Cowrie
| Name: | Thrush Cowrie |
| Scientific Name: | Naria turdus |
| Family: | Cowries |
| Taxonomic: | Cypraeidae |
| ID Group: | Snails, Clams & Shells |
| Size: | 0.63 - 1.5 in. |
| Depth Range: | In shallow waters (0 – 15 ft.) |
| Sightings: | Seen often |
This Cowrie has a smooth, glossy, oval shell with a base color ranging from whitish to greenish, covered in brown spots. Its edges are white, dotted with brown spots. The mantle is yellowish or beige, featuring brown, tree-like bumps.
The Thrush Cowrie is an invasive species. It is typically found in shallow waters, among the rocks.