Notocochlis chemnitzii
NameNotocochlis chemnitzii
Scientific NameNotocochlis chemnitzii
Common NameChemnitz's Moon Snail
FamilyNaticidae
GenusNotocochlis
Specieschemnitzii
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Japan, Australia, and various Pacific islands.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeglobose
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesGlobose, polished shell with characteristic wavy axial stripes and a zigzag pattern on the spire. The large, fleshy foot that can partially envelop the shell is typical of moon snails. The specific color pattern helps distinguish it from other Notocochlis species.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Pfeiffer, 1840)
Description
A living specimen of Notocochlis chemnitzii, a species of moon snail, observed on a sandy substrate. The shell is globose with a relatively low spire, exhibiting a smooth, polished surface. Its coloration is a pale bluish-grey to purplish-grey, adorned with distinct darker, wavy axial stripes. The apex of the spire features a prominent zigzag pattern. The soft body of the snail, partially extended and enveloping the shell, is a translucent purplish-pink, blending with the sandy environment.
