Notovoluta kreuslerae
NameNotovoluta kreuslerae
Scientific NameNotovoluta kreuslerae
FamilyVolutidae
GenusNotovoluta
Specieskreuslerae
Geographic DistributionWestern Australia
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)50-100
Identifying FeaturesGlossy surface; prominent, sharp axial ribs or nodules on the shoulder of the spire whorls; elongated, somewhat narrow aperture; distinct siphonal canal at the base.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Angas, 1864)
Description
A medium-sized, fusiform marine gastropod shell, characterized by a glossy, creamy yellow to light orange-brown surface adorned with irregular darker brown mottling and speckles. The spire is moderately elevated with prominent, sharp axial nodules on the shoulder of the whorls. The aperture is elongated, and the shell terminates in a distinct siphonal canal.
