Astralium danieli
NameAstralium danieli
Scientific NameAstralium danieli
Common NameNone widely recognized (sometimes referred to as a star shell or turban shell)
FamilyTurbinidae
GenusAstralium
Speciesdanieli
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, particularly known from the Philippines and other parts of the Western Pacific.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)15-25
Identifying FeaturesDistinctive trochiform shape, prominent and pointed spines or nodules around the periphery of the body whorl, and a generally rough, sculptured surface. The greenish coloration is also characteristic.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Alf & Kreipl, 2003)
Description
A small, trochiform marine gastropod shell, characterized by its greenish-grey coloration and a periphery adorned with prominent, pointed spines or nodules. It belongs to the family Turbinidae and is typically found in shallow Indo-Pacific waters, grazing on algae.
