Gibberulus gibbosus
NameGibberulus gibbosus
Scientific NameGibberulus gibbosus
Common NameHumpbacked Strombus
FamilyStrombidae
GenusGibberulus
Speciesgibbosus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including East Africa, the Red Sea, the Indian Ocean, and the Western Pacific.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)30-70
Identifying FeaturesThe most distinguishing feature is the prominent hump or gibbosity on the dorsal side of the body whorl. Other features include the thickened, flared outer lip with a stromboid notch, the elongated shape, and the characteristic white/cream and brown patterning.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Röding, 1798)
Description
A medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its elongated, somewhat fusiform shape and a distinctive hump or gibbosity on the dorsal side of the body whorl. The shell exhibits a moderately elevated, pointed spire and a thickened, flared outer lip with a prominent stromboid notch. Its coloration is typically a white or cream background adorned with irregular brown or reddish-brown axial blotches and bands.
