Diodora jukesii
NameDiodora jukesii
Scientific NameDiodora jukesii
Common NameKeyhole Limpet
FamilyFissurellidae
GenusDiodora
Speciesjukesii
Geographic DistributionWestern Australia
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesConical, limpet-like shell with strong radial ribs. The most distinctive feature is the oval-shaped apical foramen (keyhole-like opening) at the summit of the shell.
Raritycommon
Author CitationReeve, 1849
Description
A marine gastropod shell, commonly known as a keyhole limpet, characterized by its conical, limpet-like shape and prominent radial ribbing. The shell is off-white to cream with darker markings, and features a distinctive oval-shaped opening (foramen) at its apex. The specimen shows some detritus or algal growth on its surface.
