Globisinum drewi
NameGlobisinum drewi
Scientific NameGlobisinum drewi
Common NameDrew's Moon Snail
FamilyNaticidae
GenusGlobisinum
Speciesdrewi
Geographic DistributionPrimarily known from the Miocene fossil record of New Zealand. Extant species of the genus Globisinum are found in the Indo-Pacific region, including New Zealand.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-50
Identifying FeaturesSmooth, highly polished, and globose shell; large D-shaped aperture; low spire; uniform white coloration. The characteristic naticid form, adapted for burrowing, with a typically covered or partially covered umbilicus.
Raritycommon
Author CitationMarwick, 1924
Description
A medium-sized, globose, and smooth marine gastropod shell, typically uniform white or creamy white in color. It features a large, inflated body whorl and a relatively low spire. The aperture is D-shaped (semi-lunate), and the shell surface is glossy. The interior of the aperture may show some faint brownish or yellowish staining, particularly on the columella.
