Cymbiola pulchra
NameCymbiola pulchra
Scientific NameCymbiola pulchra
Common NameBeautiful Volute
FamilyVolutidae
GenusCymbiola
Speciespulchra
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, primarily found off the coasts of Australia (Queensland, New South Wales) and New Caledonia.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)Ranges from approximately 60 mm to 120 mm in length, with an average around 80-100 mm.
Identifying FeaturesRobust, fusiform shell with a prominent spire; striking orange-red and white mottled pattern with small black spots; shoulder often adorned with blunt nodules or spines; large, wide aperture; columella typically features several strong folds.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Sowerby I, 1825)
Description
A beautiful and robust marine gastropod, commonly known as the Beautiful Volute. The shell is characterized by its striking orange-red and white mottled pattern, often adorned with small black spots. It has a fusiform shape with a prominent spire and a large body whorl, typically featuring nodules or blunt spines on the shoulder. The image shows the living animal partially buried in a sandy substrate, with its siphon extended, indicating its natural habitat.
