Livonia limpusi
NameLivonia limpusi
Scientific NameLivonia limpusi
Common NameLimpus's Volute
FamilyVolutidae
GenusLivonia
Specieslimpusi
Geographic DistributionKnown from deep waters off Queensland, Australia.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)150-200
Identifying FeaturesLarge size, heavy shell, distinctive mottled color pattern, smooth surface, and a relatively high spire for the genus. The protoconch is typically smooth and bulbous.
Rarityrare
Author CitationRaybaudi, 1993
Description
A large, heavy, and highly sought-after marine gastropod shell, characterized by its ovate-fusiform shape and distinctive mottled coloration. The shell features a moderately elevated spire and a wide aperture. Its surface is generally smooth, lacking prominent ribs or nodules. The color pattern consists of a creamy white to yellowish-tan background overlaid with irregular, reddish-brown to orange-brown blotches and axial streaks, often creating a clouded or reticulated appearance. This species is prized by collectors for its size and beauty.
