Oliva maculata
NameOliva maculata
Scientific NameOliva maculata
Common NameSpotted Olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOliva
Speciesmaculata
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Australia, and various Pacific islands.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-70 mm
Identifying FeaturesGlossy, elongated shell with a short spire. Distinctive spotted (maculated) pattern. Prominent purplish band on the spire sutures. Several folds on the columella at the anterior end of the aperture.
Raritycommon
Author CitationDuclos, 1840
Description
A medium-sized, elongated, and highly glossy marine gastropod shell, characterized by its creamy white to pale beige background color adorned with numerous irregular light brown to purplish-brown spots, giving it a 'maculated' or spotted appearance. The spire is short and conical, featuring a distinct purplish-brown band along the sutures. The aperture is long and narrow, extending nearly the full length of the shell, with a smooth, creamy interior and several folds on the columella at the anterior end. The overall shape is cylindrical to ovate-cylindrical.
