Cribrarula esontropia
NameCribrarula esontropia
Scientific NameCribrarula esontropia
Common NameEsontropia Cowrie
FamilyCypraeidae
GenusCribrarula
Speciesesontropia
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and other parts of the Western Pacific.
Habitatsubtidal
Average Size (mm)20-35
Identifying FeaturesThe most distinguishing feature is the cribriform pattern of light spots on a darker background on the dorsum. It has a typical cowrie shape, smooth texture, and a white base with fine, distinct teeth along the aperture.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Duclos, 1833)
Description
A small to medium-sized cowrie shell, characterized by its smooth, glossy, and elongated-ovate form. The dorsal surface exhibits a distinctive pattern of light, somewhat irregular, ocellated spots on a cream to light yellowish-brown background. The ventral side, including the aperture and base, is uniformly white or cream, with fine teeth visible along the inner and outer lips of the narrow aperture. The shell has a slightly humped profile.
