Fissurella rubropicta
NameFissurella rubropicta
Scientific NameFissurella rubropicta
Common NameRed-painted Keyhole Limpet
FamilyFissurellidae
GenusFissurella
Speciesrubropicta
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, primarily found along the coasts of Peru and Chile.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesKey identifying features include its low conical shape, the presence of an apical keyhole (foramen), and the distinctive pattern of strong radiating reddish-brown or purplish-brown stripes on a lighter shell base.
Raritycommon
Author CitationPilsbry, 1890
Description
A species of keyhole limpet, characterized by its low, oval, conical shell with a distinctive apical foramen. The shell exhibits a striking pattern of radiating reddish-brown or purplish-brown stripes on a lighter background, making it quite distinctive among its genus.
