Livonia mervcooperi
NameLivonia mervcooperi
Scientific NameLivonia mervcooperi
Common NameMerv Cooper's Volute
FamilyVolutidae
GenusLivonia
Speciesmervcooperi
Geographic DistributionEndemic to Western Australia, found in deep waters off the coast.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)Typically ranges from 100 to 200 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesSmooth, glossy surface; ovate-fusiform shape; distinctive reddish-brown zigzag patterns; moderately elevated spire; large, wide aperture; typically possesses 4 columellar folds (though not clearly visible in this view); mammillate protoconch.
Raritycommon
Author CitationBail & Limpus, 2011
Description
A medium to large-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its ovate-fusiform shape and smooth, glossy surface. It features a moderately elevated spire and a wide, elongated aperture. The shell's coloration is predominantly creamy white to pale yellowish-tan, adorned with distinctive reddish-brown zigzag or flammulated patterns.
