Oliva mantichora
NameOliva mantichora
Scientific NameOliva mantichora
Common NameManticore Olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOliva
Speciesmantichora
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including regions such as the Philippines and Indonesia.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-60 mm
Identifying FeaturesKey features include its highly glossy, cylindrical shell, short and pointed spire, and the distinctive pattern of irregular dark blotches on a lighter ground color. The surface is smooth, and the aperture is long and narrow.
Raritycommon
Author CitationDuclos, 1840
Description
A medium-sized, elongated, and glossy marine gastropod shell, characterized by its cylindrical shape and a distinctive pattern of irregular dark brown to reddish-brown blotches on a cream or light brown background. It possesses a short, pointed spire and a long, narrow aperture. This carnivorous snail inhabits sandy or rubbly substrates in the Indo-Pacific.
