Angas' Murex
NameAngas' Murex
Scientific NamePterynotus angasi
Common NameAngas' Murex
FamilyMuricidae
GenusPterynotus
Speciesangasi
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, primarily off the coasts of Australia (Queensland, New South Wales, Western Australia), and sometimes reported from other areas including Japan.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)30-70
Identifying FeaturesDistinguished by its three prominent, frilly, wing-like varices per whorl, high spire, and the characteristic peachy-orange colored aperture contrasting with a pale exterior. The intricate, delicate frills on the varices are a key feature.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Crosse, 1863)
Description
A medium-sized, ornate marine gastropod shell characterized by its fusiform shape and prominent, frilly, wing-like varices (axial ribs). The exterior is typically creamy white to pale beige, while the interior of the aperture and columella often display a striking peachy-orange to light brown coloration. The spire is high, and it possesses a distinct, moderately long siphonal canal. The shell surface can appear somewhat rough or textured due to the intricate frills.
