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Favartia rosamiae

Favartia rosamiae

NameFavartia rosamiae
Scientific NameFavartia rosamiae
FamilyMuricidae
GenusFavartia
Speciesrosamiae
Geographic DistributionSpecies within the genus Favartia are generally found in tropical and subtropical marine waters. The specific distribution for *Favartia rosamiae* is not provided in the available metadata.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)Based on typical sizes for the genus and visual estimation from the image, specimens likely range from 15 to 25 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesProminent, often frilly or spinose axial varices (typically three per whorl) that create a distinctive angular or star-shaped cross-section. The spire is moderately elevated and stepped. The siphonal canal is relatively short and slightly recurved. The overall sculpture is nodulose or spinose.
Raritycommon
Author CitationNot provided in the available metadata.

Description

A small, spiny muricid seashell characterized by prominent, often frilly or spinose axial varices, a moderately elevated spire, and a relatively short siphonal canal. The shell exhibits a pale, often off-white or cream coloration, and its cross-section often appears angular or star-shaped due to the varices.

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