Harpovoluta charcoti
NameHarpovoluta charcoti
Scientific NameHarpovoluta charcoti
FamilyVolutidae
GenusHarpovoluta
Speciescharcoti
Geographic DistributionAntarctic waters, particularly around the Antarctic Peninsula and South Shetland Islands.
Habitatdeep-sea
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)65
Identifying FeaturesRobust, ovate-fusiform shell; wide aperture with a distinct reddish or pinkish interior; relatively smooth exterior, sometimes with faint spiral sculpture; lacks prominent axial ribs or spines. The image shows a specimen with some soft tissue remaining, highlighting the internal coloration.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Lamy, 1910)
Description
A robust, ovate-fusiform deep-sea volute shell, characterized by its relatively large body whorl and wide aperture. The shell often exhibits a dull, light coloration, sometimes covered by a thin periostracum, and can have distinctive reddish or pinkish hues within the aperture.
