Crassilabrum crassilabrum
NameCrassilabrum crassilabrum
Scientific NameCrassilabrum crassilabrum
Common NameN/A (often referred to as a type of murex snail)
FamilyMuricidae
GenusCrassilabrum
Speciescrassilabrum
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines and Indonesia.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)30-70 mm
Identifying FeaturesStrong, rounded axial ribs; prominent spiral cords creating a nodulose texture; moderately high spire; relatively long and open siphonal canal; thickened and often crenulated outer lip of the aperture.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Sowerby, 1834)
Description
A robust, medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its heavily sculptured surface. The shell is fusiform with a moderately high spire, featuring prominent axial ribs and intersecting spiral cords that create a nodulose appearance. The siphonal canal is relatively long and open, and the aperture has a thickened, somewhat flaring outer lip. The specimen in the image appears weathered, displaying an off-white to cream coloration.
