Natica grayi
NameNatica grayi
Scientific NameNatica grayi
Common NameNot widely established
FamilyNaticidae
GenusNatica
Speciesgrayi
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas like the Philippines and parts of the Indian Ocean.
Shell Shapeglobose
Average Size (mm)10
Identifying FeaturesGlobose, smooth, glossy shell; low spire; wide D-shaped aperture; characteristic purplish-brown aperture interior; small umbilicus (often partially covered by a callus).
Raritycommon
Author CitationPhilippi, 1852
Description
A small, globose marine gastropod shell, typically light cream to off-white in color with subtle brownish or purplish markings. It features a smooth, glossy surface and a wide, D-shaped aperture with a purplish-brown interior. The spire is low, and the shell is characteristic of the moon snail family.
