Eunaticina umbilicata
NameEunaticina umbilicata
Scientific NameEunaticina umbilicata
Common NameUmbilicate Moon Snail
FamilyNaticidae
GenusEunaticina
Speciesumbilicata
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including Australia (Queensland, New South Wales, Western Australia), New Caledonia, and New Zealand.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeglobose
Average Size (mm)20-50
Identifying FeaturesLow spire, large body whorl, smooth and glossy surface, wide aperture, and a distinctive dark callus around the umbilicus/spire. The umbilicus can be partially or fully open, or covered by the callus.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Quoy & Gaimard, 1832)
Description
A globose, smooth-shelled marine gastropod, commonly known as the Umbilicate Moon Snail. The shell is characterized by its pale, often yellowish-white or light brown coloration, and a distinctive dark bluish-grey or purplish-brown callus around the umbilical region and spire. It is typically found buried in sandy substrates.
