Octagonal Murex
NameOctagonal Murex
Scientific NameChicoreus torrefactus
Common NameOctagonal Murex
FamilyMuricidae
GenusChicoreus
Speciestorrefactus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, ranging from East Africa to the Western Pacific, including areas like the Philippines, Indonesia, and Australia.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)50
Identifying FeaturesThe most distinctive features are the 7-8 prominent, spiny axial varices per whorl, which give the shell an 'octagonal' cross-section when viewed from the apex. The spines are generally short, robust, and somewhat blunt. Strong spiral cords are also present between the varices.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Röding, 1798)
Description
A medium-sized, robust marine gastropod shell characterized by its prominent, spiny axial varices and mottled coloration. The shell has a moderately high spire and a distinct siphonal canal, typical of the Muricidae family. Its surface is heavily sculptured with both axial and spiral elements.
