Canarium orrae
NameCanarium orrae
Scientific NameCanarium orrae
Common NameNone found
FamilyStrombidae
GenusCanarium
Speciesorrae
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including the Philippines, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and parts of Queensland, Australia.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-50
Identifying FeaturesKey features include its stromboid shape with a moderately high spire, a large and expanded body whorl, and a smooth, thickened, and flaring outer lip. The distinctive mottled brown and cream color pattern is also a strong identifying characteristic. It lacks the prominent stromboid notch often seen in other conchs.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Abbott, 1960)
Description
A marine gastropod shell, *Canarium orrae*, captured in its natural sandy and rocky subtidal habitat. The shell exhibits a moderately high, conical spire and a large, expanded body whorl. The outer lip is smooth, thickened, and flares outwards. The shell's coloration is a base of off-white or cream, adorned with irregular brown to dark brown blotches and speckles, particularly concentrated on the spire and the dorsal surface of the body whorl. The overall appearance is robust and well-camouflaged against the sandy substrate.
