Lunella jungi
NameLunella jungi
Scientific NameLunella jungi
Common NameTurban snail
FamilyTurbinidae
GenusLunella
Speciesjungi
Geographic DistributionWestern Pacific, specifically known from Taiwan and the South China Sea.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20
Identifying FeaturesGlobose-conical shape, dark coloration with lighter streaks, fine spiral sculpture, and a heavy, calcareous operculum (though not fully visible in this view, the green apex might hint at it or underlying nacre).
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Lai, 2006)
Description
A medium-sized, heavy, turbinate seashell characterized by its globose-conical shape and dark purplish-brown to blackish coloration. The shell often displays irregular, lighter whitish or grayish axial streaks and bands, particularly on the lower whorls. Its surface features fine spiral sculpture and prominent growth lines. The apex may exhibit a greenish hue, possibly due to erosion revealing underlying nacre or the characteristic green operculum.
