Drupella rugosa
NameDrupella rugosa
Scientific NameDrupella rugosa
Common NameRugose Drupella
FamilyMuricidae
GenusDrupella
Speciesrugosa
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and Western Pacific.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-50
Identifying FeaturesStrongly nodulose or spiny sculpture, especially on the shoulder of the whorls; prominent axial ribs and spiral cords; conical spire; white aperture; robust shell structure; and characteristic orange-brown color.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Born, 1778)
Description
A robust, medium-sized marine gastropod shell characterized by its conical-ovate shape and heavily sculptured surface. The shell features prominent axial ribs and spiral cords, which intersect to form strong, rounded nodules or spines, particularly noticeable on the shoulders of the whorls. The spire is high and pointed, and the body whorl is relatively broad. The aperture is ovate and typically white on the interior.
