Norfolcioconch iota |
Norfolcioconch norfolkensis |
Facts Summary:
Norfolcioconch is a genus of snails of concern and found in the following area(s): Indian Ocean (Norfolk Islands).
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Scientific Name | Status | Listing Date | Range | |
1. | Norfolcioconch iota | VU-IUCN | 1996 | Indian Ocean (Norfolk Islands) |
2. | Norfolcioconch norfolkensis | VU-IUCN | 1996 | Indian Ocean (Norfolk Islands) |
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