Neorapana tuberculata
NameNeorapana tuberculata
Scientific NameNeorapana tuberculata
Common NameNone found
FamilyMuricidae
GenusNeorapana
Speciestuberculata
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas like the Philippines, Indonesia, and other parts of Southeast Asia.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)60
Identifying FeaturesThe most striking features are the large, pointed, spirally arranged tubercles or spines, especially on the shoulder of the body whorl. The thick, heavy shell, the denticulate outer lip, and the dark reddish-brown columella are also key identifiers.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Sowerby, 1835)
Description
A medium-sized, heavy marine gastropod shell characterized by its turbinate to ovate-conical shape, prominent spire, and distinctive sculpture of strong axial ribs and spiral cords that form pointed tubercles or spines. The aperture is ovate with a denticulate outer lip and a short siphonal canal.
