Mexacanthina angelica
NameMexacanthina angelica
Scientific NameMexacanthina angelica
Common NameAngel's Murex
FamilyMuricidae
GenusMexacanthina
Speciesangelica
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific, primarily found along the coasts of Baja California, Mexico, extending north to Southern California, USA.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesDistinguished by its strong sculpture of axial ribs and spiral cords forming nodules, particularly on the shoulder. The characteristic mottled brown and white color pattern, combined with the purplish-white aperture interior and short siphonal canal, are key identifying features.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Oldroyd, 1918)
Description
A medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its robust, nodulose, and spirally sculptured form. The shell exhibits a striking pattern of dark brown to reddish-brown streaks and blotches on a lighter, whitish to tan background. The aperture is ovate, with a pale purplish-white interior and a white outer lip, and a short siphonal canal.
