ear ancilla
Nameear ancilla
Scientific NameAncilla eburnea
Common Nameear ancilla
FamilyAncillariidae
GenusAncilla
Specieseburnea
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and parts of Australia.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-70
Identifying FeaturesSmooth, highly polished surface; low spire; and a distinctive, very broad, ear-like columellar callus that covers a significant portion of the ventral side of the shell, extending widely around the aperture. A distinct siphonal notch is also present.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Gmelin, 1791)
Description
A smooth, glossy marine gastropod shell characterized by its elongated-ovate shape, low spire, and a very broad, ear-like columellar callus that extends widely around the aperture. It typically exhibits pale coloration with subtle banding and is found on sandy substrates.
