Babelomurex jeanneae
NameBabelomurex jeanneae
Scientific NameBabelomurex jeanneae
Common NameNone established
FamilyMuricidae
GenusBabelomurex
Speciesjeanneae
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines and Taiwan. Typically found in deep waters.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)15-30
Identifying FeaturesThe most distinctive features are the numerous, sharp, and often recurved spines arranged in several spiral rows, giving the shell a very ornate and 'thorny' appearance. It also has a relatively short, open siphonal canal and a moderately elevated spire.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(D'Attilio & Myers, 1984)
Description
A small, highly sculptured marine gastropod shell characterized by numerous prominent, sharp, and often recurved spines arranged in distinct spiral rows. The shell exhibits a somewhat turbinate to fusiform shape with a moderately elevated spire. The body whorl is large relative to the spire, and the aperture is ovate. A relatively short, open siphonal canal extends from the base of the aperture.
