Chicoreus asianus
NameChicoreus asianus
Scientific NameChicoreus asianus
FamilyMuricidae
GenusChicoreus
Speciesasianus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, with known occurrences around the Philippines, Taiwan, and Japan.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)Ranges approximately from 50 to 80 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesKey identifying features include the three highly sculptured, frilly, and spiny axial varices per whorl, which are often branched. The aperture is ovate with a denticulate outer lip, and the siphonal canal is moderately long. The overall rugged and spiny ornamentation is characteristic of this species.
Raritycommon
Author CitationLan, 1979
Description
A medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its robust and highly sculptured appearance. The shell is adorned with prominent, frilly, and often branched axial varices, giving it a spiny or ruffled texture. Its coloration typically ranges from light brown to yellowish-brown, often with darker brown markings, and features a clean white aperture.
