Arabic Volute
NameArabic Volute
Scientific NameCymbiola arabica
Common NameArabic Volute
FamilyVolutidae
GenusCymbiola
Speciesarabica
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas around the Philippines, Indonesia, and parts of Australia.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)70-150
Identifying FeaturesLarge size, robust and somewhat heavy shell, characteristic fusiform shape, and distinct brown patterns on a lighter background. The columella usually has 3-4 strong, oblique folds. The presence of a chitinous operculum is also a key feature for this species within the Volutidae family.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Lightfoot, 1786)
Description
A large, robust marine gastropod shell, commonly known as the Arabic Volute. It exhibits a fusiform to ovate-conical shape with a moderately elevated spire and a wide, smooth aperture. The shell surface is typically light brown to tan, adorned with irregular darker brown axial or spiral patterns. A dark, purplish-brown operculum is visible, partially covering the aperture. This specimen is photographed on a rocky, wet substrate, indicative of its intertidal or shallow marine habitat.
