Coralliophila clathrata
NameCoralliophila clathrata
Scientific NameCoralliophila clathrata
Common NameClathrate Coral Snail
FamilyCoralliophilidae
GenusCoralliophila
Speciesclathrata
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Japan, and various tropical Pacific islands.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)15-30
Identifying FeaturesKey features include the strong clathrate sculpture (axial ribs and spiral cords forming a grid-like pattern), the overall robust and somewhat squat turbinate shape, and the relatively short siphonal canal. The shell surface can feel rough due to the sculpture.
Dietparasite
Rarityrare
Author CitationA. Adams, 1854
Description
A small to medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its robust, turbinate to fusiform shape. The shell exhibits a prominent clathrate (latticed) sculpture formed by intersecting axial ribs and spiral cords. The spire is moderately elevated, and the aperture is ovate with a short siphonal canal. The shell in the image is off-white to cream in color.
