Maculastrombus klineorum
NameMaculastrombus klineorum
Scientific NameMaculastrombus klineorum
Common NameKline's Conch
FamilyStrombidae
GenusMaculastrombus
Speciesklineorum
Geographic DistributionWestern Atlantic Ocean, specifically known from Florida (USA) and the Caribbean Sea.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)20-30
Identifying FeaturesSmall size for a conch, conical-fusiform shape, pointed spire, and a relatively smooth shell surface lacking prominent axial ribs or spines. The distinctive cream and brown mottled pattern is a key identifier. Like other Strombidae, it possesses a stromboid notch on the outer lip (though not visible in this view).
Raritycommon
Author CitationPetuch, 1994
Description
A small, light-colored gastropod shell, characterized by its conical-fusiform shape and pointed spire. The shell surface is relatively smooth, adorned with distinctive irregular brown or orange-brown markings on a cream to off-white background. It belongs to the true conch family (Strombidae).
