Cribrarula abaliena
NameCribrarula abaliena
Scientific NameCribrarula abaliena
Common NameAlien Cowrie
FamilyCypraeidae
GenusCribrarula
Speciesabaliena
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, particularly known from the Philippines and Indonesia.
Average Size (mm)15-30
Identifying FeaturesThe most prominent identifying feature is its striking pattern of distinct white or cream spots on a dark brown, glossy background. Its elongated-ovate shape is typical of the genus Cribrarula.
Rarityrare
Author CitationLorenz, 2004
Description
A species of small to medium-sized sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Cypraeidae, the cowries. It is characterized by its glossy, elongated-ovate shell with a distinctive spotted pattern.
