Harpulina arausiaca
NameHarpulina arausiaca
Scientific NameHarpulina arausiaca
Common NameOrange Harpulina, Arausican Volute
FamilyVolutidae
GenusHarpulina
Speciesarausiaca
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including the Indian Ocean (e.g., Sri Lanka, India) and parts of Southeast Asia.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)50-120
Identifying FeaturesHigh, pointed spire; smooth and glossy shell surface; distinctive orange-brown and white axial flame-like color pattern; typical volute morphology.
Rarityrare
Author Citation(Lightfoot, 1786)
Description
Harpulina arausiaca is a species of large sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Volutidae. Its shell is characterized by a high, pointed spire and a smooth, glossy surface. The striking color pattern consists of an orange-brown background adorned with irregular, axial, whitish or pale cream flammules or streaks. It is a carnivorous species found in deeper waters of the Indo-Pacific.
