Lucapina suffusa
NameLucapina suffusa
Scientific NameLucapina suffusa
Common NameSuffused Keyhole Limpet
FamilyFissurellidae
GenusLucapina
Speciessuffusa
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, ranging from Southern California (USA) to Baja California (Mexico).
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20
Identifying FeaturesLarge, oval apical foramen (keyhole); numerous fine to moderately strong radial ribs crossed by concentric growth lines; oval, conical shape; dull, mottled coloration.
Raritycommon
Author CitationCarpenter, 1857
Description
Lucapina suffusa is a species of keyhole limpet, a marine gastropod mollusk. Its shell is characterized by an oval, conical shape with a prominent apical foramen (keyhole-like opening) at the apex. The exterior is typically dull brownish or grayish, often mottled with darker spots or streaks, and features distinct radial ribs and concentric growth lines. These shells are commonly found in intertidal and shallow subtidal zones.
