Boreotrophon pedroanus
NameBoreotrophon pedroanus
Scientific NameBoreotrophon pedroanus
Common NameNone found
FamilyMuricidae
GenusBoreotrophon
Speciespedroanus
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, ranging from Alaska south to Baja California, Mexico.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)15-25 mm
Identifying FeaturesCharacterized by its fusiform shape, angular whorls, prominent axial sculpture (though sometimes eroded), and a relatively long, slender, and often slightly recurved siphonal canal. The aperture is ovate.
Dietcarnivore
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Dall, 1902)
Description
A small, pale, fusiform gastropod shell, likely Boreotrophon pedroanus, observed in a petri dish. The shell exhibits a moderately elevated spire, angular whorls, and a distinct, relatively long and narrow siphonal canal, which appears slightly recurved. The surface is predominantly off-white to pale cream, with some darker, possibly organic or sedimentary, material adhering to its base and within the aperture. While the shell shows signs of erosion, remnants of axial sculpture (ribs or lamellae) are suggested, particularly on the body whorl. The aperture is ovate, and the outer lip appears simple.
