Coralliophila costularis
NameCoralliophila costularis
Scientific NameCoralliophila costularis
Common NameCoral Snail
FamilyMuricidae
GenusCoralliophila
Speciescostularis
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Japan, Australia, and various Pacific islands.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)25-45
Identifying FeaturesStrong axial ribs crossed by spiral cords creating a nodulose or cancellate sculpture; a wide, ovate aperture with a heavily denticulate inner lip; and a characteristic purplish or violet interior of the aperture. The lack of an operculum is also a generic feature.
Dietparasite
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Lamarck, 1816)
Description
A medium-sized, robust seashell with a biconical to turbinate shape and a moderately high spire. The shell surface is characterized by strong, undulating axial ribs (costae) and prominent spiral cords, creating a distinctly cancellate or nodulose sculpture. The aperture is ovate, with a flared outer lip that is heavily denticulate or crenulated internally. The columella is smooth. The overall appearance is solid and highly sculptured.
