Amoria jamrachii
NameAmoria jamrachii
Scientific NameAmoria jamrachii
Common NameJamrach's Volute
FamilyVolutidae
GenusAmoria
Speciesjamrachii
Geographic DistributionEndemic to Western Australia, primarily found on the North West Shelf.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)70-120
Identifying FeaturesIts most prominent identifying features are the distinctive, wavy, reddish-brown spiral lines on a light background, combined with its smooth, fusiform shape and typical volute aperture. The apex (protoconch) is usually blunt.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Gray, 1864)
Description
A medium-sized, fusiform seashell belonging to the Volutidae family, characterized by its smooth, glossy surface and distinctive spiral banding pattern. The shell is held in a human hand, showcasing its elegant shape and coloration.
