Enaeta cumingii
NameEnaeta cumingii
Scientific NameEnaeta cumingii
FamilyVolutidae
GenusEnaeta
Speciescumingii
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, primarily known from the Philippines and surrounding regions.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)40-70
Identifying FeaturesIts fusiform shape, moderately high spire, and characteristic mottled brown and white color pattern are key. The presence of distinct columellar folds within the aperture is also a significant identifying feature.
Raritycommon
Author CitationBroderip, 1832
Description
A medium-sized, fusiform marine gastropod shell characterized by a moderately high, conical spire and a relatively broad body whorl that tapers towards the anterior end. The shell surface is typically smooth to slightly sculptured, exhibiting a distinctive mottled color pattern. The aperture is elongated, and the columella features several prominent folds.
