Cymbiola hughmorrisoni
NameCymbiola hughmorrisoni
Scientific NameCymbiola hughmorrisoni
Common NameHugh Morrison's Volute
FamilyVolutidae
GenusCymbiola
Specieshughmorrisoni
Geographic DistributionKnown from the Arafura Sea, off the northern coast of Australia.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)100-150
Identifying FeaturesDistinguished by its fusiform shape, moderately elevated spire, and characteristic irregular dark brown axial markings on a light cream to yellowish-orange background. The protoconch is typically mammillate, and the columella features several strong folds (though not visible in this image).
Rarityrare
Author CitationPoppe, 2005
Description
Cymbiola hughmorrisoni, commonly known as Hugh Morrison's Volute, is a species of large predatory sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Volutidae. Its shell is highly prized by collectors for its elegant fusiform shape and distinctive color patterns. The shell is characterized by a moderately elevated spire, a large body whorl, and a prominent siphonal canal. Its coloration typically features a light cream to yellowish-orange base adorned with striking, irregular dark brown to reddish-brown axial markings that often form zigzag or flame-like patterns across the shell surface.
