Notopeplum translucidum
NameNotopeplum translucidum
Scientific NameNotopeplum translucidum
Common NameNone found
FamilyVolutidae
GenusNotopeplum
Speciestranslucidum
Geographic DistributionEndemic to Western Australia, particularly known from off Cape Leeuwin and other southwestern Australian localities.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)Typically ranges from 30 to 60 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesSmooth, glossy, fusiform shell; short spire; large body whorl; elongated aperture; pale coloration with subtle axial markings. The name "translucidum" suggests a degree of translucency in the shell, which can be a distinguishing feature.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Verco, 1896)
Description
A moderately sized, smooth, and glossy marine gastropod shell belonging to the family Volutidae. It exhibits a fusiform shape with a relatively short spire and a large body whorl. The shell is typically off-white to cream with subtle, irregular light brown or tan axial streaks. Found in deeper waters off the coast of Western Australia.
