Oliva chrysoplecta
NameOliva chrysoplecta
Scientific NameOliva chrysoplecta
Common NameGolden-braided Olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOliva
Specieschrysoplecta
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and other parts of the Western Pacific.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesGlossy, cylindrical-ovate shell; short spire; long, narrow aperture; and a distinctive reticulated or zigzag brown pattern on a cream background. The columella often shows several folds.
Raritycommon
Author CitationTursch & Greifeneder, 1989
Description
A small to medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its glossy, cylindrical-ovate shape and distinctive color pattern. The shell is smooth with a short spire and a long, narrow aperture. The surface is typically cream or white with intricate brown or orange-brown reticulated or zigzag markings.
