Ocenebra leukos
NameOcenebra leukos
Scientific NameOcenebra leukos
Common NameNone found
FamilyMuricidae
GenusOcenebra
Speciesleukos
Geographic DistributionKnown from the Mediterranean Sea, specifically the Aegean Sea (e.g., Greece).
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)Typically ranges from 10 to 20 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesSmall, robust, broadly fusiform shell; strong nodulose sculpture formed by prominent axial ribs and spiral cords; off-white coloration often obscured by encrustations; relatively short siphonal canal (though not clearly visible in image).
Raritycommon
Author CitationHouart, 2011
Description
A small, robust marine snail, *Ocenebra leukos* is characterized by its off-white to cream-colored shell, often camouflaged with brownish encrustations. The shell exhibits a broadly fusiform to ovate shape with prominent axial ribs and spiral cords, giving it a nodulose or tuberculate texture. It is typically found in rocky, algal-rich subtidal environments.
