Cytharomorula lefevreiana
NameCytharomorula lefevreiana
Scientific NameCytharomorula lefevreiana
Common NameN/A
FamilyMuricidae
GenusCytharomorula
Specieslefevreiana
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including regions such as New Caledonia, Philippines, and other tropical western Pacific localities.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)10-20
Identifying FeaturesKey features include a high spire, strong axial sculpture forming prominent, often pointed nodules or short spines, especially at the shoulder of the whorls. The aperture is relatively narrow, and the siphonal canal is short. The distinct color pattern of light and dark axial bands is also characteristic.
Rarityrare
Author Citation(Tapparone Canefri, 1880)
Description
A small, highly sculptured marine gastropod shell, characterized by its fusiform shape and prominent axial and spiral ornamentation. The shell exhibits a striking pattern of light and dark bands, with a spiny or nodulose surface.
