Lyria delessertiana
NameLyria delessertiana
Scientific NameLyria delessertiana (Petit de la Saussaye, 1842)
Common NameNot provided
FamilyVolutidae
GenusLyria
Speciesdelessertiana
Geographic DistributionMadagascar
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)Not explicitly provided, but specimens in the image appear to be approximately 50-70 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesFusiform shell shape, distinct axial ribs on the spire and upper body whorl, characteristic axial stripe color pattern, and a white, narrow aperture.
Author CitationPetit de la Saussaye, 1842
Description
The image displays two specimens of *Lyria delessertiana*, a marine gastropod shell. Both shells exhibit a fusiform shape with a moderately elevated spire and a relatively large body whorl. The surface is characterized by distinct axial ribs, particularly prominent on the spire and the upper part of the body whorl. The color pattern consists of a creamy white to pale background adorned with regular, reddish-brown to orange-brown axial stripes that extend from the apex to the base. The aperture is long, narrow, and white. One specimen clearly shows the aperture, revealing a smooth, white interior.
