Monodilepas diemenensis
NameMonodilepas diemenensis
Scientific NameMonodilepas diemenensis
Common NameTasmanian Keyhole Limpet
FamilyFissurellidae
GenusMonodilepas
Speciesdiemenensis
Geographic DistributionEndemic to Tasmania, Australia.
Habitatsubtidal
Average Size (mm)10-25
Identifying FeaturesThe most distinctive feature is the large, central, oval apical perforation. The shell is relatively flat and exhibits concentric growth lines.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Finlay, 1927)
Description
Monodilepas diemenensis is a species of keyhole limpet, characterized by its distinctive oval, depressed shell with a prominent central apical perforation. It is endemic to the waters around Tasmania, Australia, where it inhabits subtidal rocky environments.
