Amoria spenceriana
NameAmoria spenceriana
Scientific NameAmoria spenceriana
Common NameSpencer's Volute
FamilyVolutidae
GenusAmoria
Speciesspenceriana
Geographic DistributionEndemic to Western Australia, found off the coast.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)50-100
Identifying FeaturesSmooth, highly glossy shell surface; elongated fusiform shape; pale, unpatterned coloration (in this form); moderately pointed spire; distinct siphonal canal. The columella typically bears plicae (folds), though not visible in this dorsal view.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Gatliff, 1908)
Description
A medium-sized, elongated, fusiform marine gastropod shell, characterized by its smooth, glossy surface and pale, uniform creamy-white to light beige coloration. The spire is moderately elevated and pointed, and the body whorl is large and smoothly convex, tapering towards a distinct siphonal canal. This specimen exhibits a pristine, unpatterned appearance typical of the species.
