Oliva tremulina
NameOliva tremulina
Scientific NameOliva tremulina
Common NameWavy Olive, Tremulina Olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOliva
Speciestremulina
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including East Africa, Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and Western Pacific, ranging from Madagascar to the Philippines and Australia.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)40-80 mm (can reach up to 100 mm)
Identifying FeaturesIts most distinguishing features are the smooth, glossy, cylindrical shell and the characteristic wavy or zig-zag axial color patterns. The spire is short and pointed, and the columella (inner lip of the aperture) often has several folds or plications at its base.
Raritycommon
Author CitationLamarck, 1811
Description
The shell of Oliva tremulina, commonly known as the Wavy Olive, is a medium to large-sized, highly polished, and cylindrical gastropod. It features a short, pointed spire and a long, narrow aperture. The surface is smooth and glossy, displaying distinctive color patterns that are key to its identification. This species is a predatory marine snail found in sandy habitats.
