Favartia guamensis
NameFavartia guamensis
Scientific NameFavartia guamensis
Common NameNone known
FamilyMuricidae
GenusFavartia
Speciesguamensis
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including Guam, Philippines, and other Western Pacific localities.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)10-25
Identifying FeaturesHighly ornate shell with numerous, frilly, foliated axial varices. High spire, small ovate aperture, and short siphonal canal. Distinctive pinkish-orange coloration and intricate sculpture.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Quoy & Gaimard, 1833)
Description
A small, highly sculptured marine gastropod shell, characterized by its striking pinkish-orange coloration and numerous, prominent, foliated axial varices that give it a frilly or leafy appearance. The shell is elongated-fusiform with a high spire and a relatively small, ovate aperture.
