Brazier's ear shell
NameBrazier's ear shell
Scientific NameHaliotis brazieri
Common NameBrazier's ear shell
FamilyHaliotidae
GenusHaliotis
Speciesbrazieri
Geographic DistributionEastern Australia, including New South Wales and Queensland.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)30
Identifying FeaturesDistinguished by its small size, flattened ear-like shape, and a series of 4-6 open respiratory pores (tremata) along the left margin of the shell. The spire is very low and almost flush with the body whorl.
Raritycommon
Author CitationAngas, 1869
Description
A small, ear-shaped marine gastropod shell, characterized by its reddish-brown to purplish coloration, low spire, and a series of open respiratory pores along the margin. The exterior surface often shows concentric growth lines and can be encrusted with marine organisms or debris.
