Coralliophila wilsoni
NameCoralliophila wilsoni
Scientific NameCoralliophila wilsoni
FamilyMuricidae
GenusCoralliophila
Specieswilsoni
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including Western Australia, New Caledonia, and other Pacific regions.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)20-50
Identifying FeaturesDistinguished by its prominent, rough, and nodulose sculpture consisting of strong axial ribs and spiral cords that intersect to form rows of blunt, scale-like projections. The high spire, ovate aperture, and moderately long siphonal canal are also characteristic.
Rarityrare
Author CitationKosuge, 1985
Description
A medium-sized, robust, and highly sculptured marine gastropod shell. It exhibits a biconical to fusiform shape with a tall, pointed spire. The shell surface is characterized by prominent, rough, and nodulose axial and spiral sculpture, forming rows of blunt, scale-like projections, particularly noticeable on the shoulder and body whorl. The aperture is ovate and relatively narrow, with a smooth, pearly white interior. The siphonal canal is moderately long and open.
