Babelomurex finchii
NameBabelomurex finchii
Scientific NameBabelomurex finchii
Common NameFinch's Latiaxis, Finch's Coral Snail
FamilyMuricidae
GenusBabelomurex
Speciesfinchii
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines and Japan.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)20-50
Identifying FeaturesKey features include prominent, sharp, often hollow spines or lamellae, particularly on the shoulder of the body whorl and along the outer lip. It has a high, multi-whorled spire with distinct sutures, a wide and somewhat flared aperture, and a short siphonal canal. The overall white coloration and visible reddish-brown operculum are also characteristic.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(F. M. Bayer, 1971)
Description
A marine gastropod shell characterized by its white to cream coloration, prominent spiny sculpture, and a high, pointed spire. The aperture is wide and flared, revealing a reddish-brown operculum. The shell exhibits intricate axial and spiral sculpture.
