Bundharma’s Murex
NameBundharma’s Murex
Scientific NameChicoreus bundharmai
Common NameBundharma’s Murex
FamilyMuricidae
GenusChicoreus
Speciesbundharmai
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, primarily known from Indonesia (e.g., Bali, Lombok) and the Philippines.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)50-100
Identifying FeaturesKey identifying features include the three prominent, frondose varices per whorl, the numerous spines and lamellae covering the shell, and its overall rugged, spiny appearance. The specific morphology of the spines and the robust nature of the shell help distinguish it from other *Chicoreus* species. The image shows a living specimen with a vibrant blue soft tissue, likely part of the mantle or siphon, which is a characteristic of the living animal.
Rarityrare
Author CitationHouart, 1992
Description
Bundharma's Murex (*Chicoreus bundharmai*) is a species of predatory sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Muricidae, the murex snails or rock snails. It is characterized by its robust, spiny shell, often found camouflaged within its coral reef habitat.
