Canarium darwinense
NameCanarium darwinense
Scientific NameCanarium darwinense
Common NameDarwin Conch
FamilyStrombidae
GenusCanarium
Speciesdarwinense
Geographic DistributionNorthern Australia, particularly around Darwin, Northern Territory.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)20
Identifying FeaturesConical shell shape, smooth body whorl, short spire, thickened and slightly flared outer lip, and a short siphonal canal. The columella (inner lip) is typically smooth. The uniform pale coloration is also a common characteristic for this species.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Abbott, 1967)
Description
A small to medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its conical shape and relatively smooth surface. The shell in the image appears to be a dead specimen, exhibiting a uniform light beige or cream coloration, likely faded. It possesses a moderately elevated spire and a thickened, slightly flared outer lip, typical of the Strombidae family. The siphonal canal is short.
