Coralliophila erosa
NameCoralliophila erosa
Scientific NameCoralliophila erosa
Common NameCoral snail
FamilyMuricidae
GenusCoralliophila
Specieserosa
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and Western Pacific.
Shell Shapeturbinate
Average Size (mm)15-30
Identifying FeaturesProminent axial ribs or lamellae, giving a rough or eroded texture; wide, ovate aperture; often a purplish or reddish stain on the columella or inside the aperture; lack of an operculum in the living animal.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Röding, 1798)
Description
A small marine gastropod shell, characterized by its trochiform to turbinate shape and prominent axial sculpture, often giving it a somewhat rough or eroded appearance. The shell in the image is being held underwater, displaying its light brown coloration and distinct ribbed exterior, with darker markings visible inside the aperture. It is typically found in association with corals.
