Neverita aulacoglossa
NameNeverita aulacoglossa
Scientific NameNeverita aulacoglossa
Common NameAulacoglossa Moon Snail
FamilyNaticidae
GenusNeverita
Speciesaulacoglossa
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas like the Philippines and Japan.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeglobose
Average Size (mm)Ranges from approximately 30 mm to 70 mm in height.
Identifying FeaturesSmooth, glossy, globose shell; low spire; large body whorl; wide, semi-circular aperture; and a distinctive, often ear-shaped, umbilical callus that partially or fully covers the umbilicus.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Pilsbry & Vanatta, 1908)
Description
A marine gastropod mollusc shell, commonly known as a moon snail. The shell is globose, smooth, and thick-walled, characterized by a low spire and a large body whorl. The specimen shown exhibits a uniform pale yellowish-tan coloration with a slightly darker apex. The aperture is wide and semi-circular, revealing a glossy interior and a prominent umbilical callus.
