Boreotrophon pacificus
NameBoreotrophon pacificus
Scientific NameBoreotrophon pacificus
Common NamePacific Trophon
FamilyMuricidae
GenusBoreotrophon
Speciespacificus
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, ranging from Alaska southwards along the coast of North America to California.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)20
Identifying FeaturesHigh spire with distinct, often spiny or lamellar axial ribs, especially noticeable on the shoulder of the whorls. The siphonal canal is elongated and straight. The overall robust yet spiny appearance is characteristic.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Dall, 1902)
Description
A medium-sized, predatory sea snail shell, characterized by its fusiform shape, high spire, and prominent axial ribs that often develop into sharp, lamellar spines, particularly on the shoulder. The siphonal canal is relatively long and straight. The shell is typically off-white to pale cream in color, and the aperture often reveals a brownish, chitinous operculum.
