Lucapinella milleri
NameLucapinella milleri
Scientific NameLucapinella milleri
Common NameMiller's Keyhole Limpet
FamilyFissurellidae
GenusLucapinella
Speciesmilleri
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, specifically along the coast of California, USA, and Baja California, Mexico.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)25
Identifying FeaturesKey identifying features include the oval, flattened shell with a central, elongated, keyhole-like perforation. The radial banding pattern of reddish-brown or pinkish-orange on a lighter background is also characteristic.
Raritycommon
Author CitationBerry, 1959
Description
A species of keyhole limpet, characterized by its oval, flattened shell with a distinctive central, elongated perforation. The exterior displays radial color patterns, and the interior is smooth and pearly.
