Oliva pindarina
NameOliva pindarina
Scientific NameOliva pindarina
Common NamePindarina Olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOliva
Speciespindarina
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas like the Philippines, Indonesia, and parts of the Indian Ocean.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20
Identifying FeaturesSmooth, highly polished, elongated-cylindrical shell; short, conical spire; narrow, long aperture; distinctive pattern of brown/reddish-brown spots on a light background; columella with several folds at the anterior end.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Duclos, 1840)
Description
A medium-sized, elongated-cylindrical olive shell, characterized by its smooth, glossy surface and distinctive color pattern. The shell is typically white or cream with numerous irregular brown to reddish-brown spots and blotches. The spire is short and conical, often exhibiting spiral banding. It is a carnivorous marine gastropod found in sandy substrates of the Indo-Pacific.
