Agaronia griseoalba
NameAgaronia griseoalba
Scientific NameAgaronia griseoalba
Common NameGrey-white Agaronia, Grey-white Olive Snail
FamilyOlividae
GenusAgaronia
Speciesgriseoalba
Geographic DistributionPrimarily found along the West African coast, ranging from Mauritania south to Angola.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)Typically ranges from 30 to 60 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesIts smooth, glossy, elongate-ovate shell with a pointed spire, combined with its characteristic burrowing behavior in sand and the large, often colorful (purplish-grey) foot of the living animal. The specific pale coloration with subtle markings helps distinguish it from other Agaronia species.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(E. A. Smith, 1901)
Description
A living specimen of Agaronia griseoalba, commonly known as a type of Olive Snail, partially buried in wet sand at the water's edge. The shell is smooth, glossy, and pale, with the snail's large, purplish-grey foot extended and partially covered by sand, indicating its typical burrowing behavior in sandy marine environments.
