Morula dichrous
NameMorula dichrous
Scientific NameMorula dichrous
Common NameNone found (often referred to as a rock snail or muricid snail)
FamilyMuricidae
GenusMorula
Speciesdichrous
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as New Caledonia, Loyalty Islands, Vanuatu, Fiji, Tonga, Samoa, Cook Islands, French Polynesia, and Hawaii.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)10-25
Identifying FeaturesStrong axial and spiral sculpture forming prominent nodules/spines; relatively small size; narrow aperture with denticles on the outer lip; short siphonal canal; characteristic light and dark banding.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Tapparone Canefri, 1880)
Description
A small, robust, and sculptured marine gastropod shell, characterized by its biconical to ovate-conical shape. The shell exhibits prominent axial ribs and spiral cords, which intersect to form distinct nodules or blunt spines, particularly noticeable on the shoulder and lower body whorl. The aperture is relatively narrow, with denticles (teeth) on the inner side of the outer lip, and a short siphonal canal. The overall appearance is rugged and textured.
