Oliva truncata
NameOliva truncata
Scientific NameOliva truncata
Common NameTruncate Olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOliva
Speciestruncata
Geographic DistributionPrimarily found along the West African coast, ranging from Mauritania south to Angola.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesGlossy, smooth surface; characteristic olive shape; short, often truncated spire; narrow aperture with distinct columellar folds (though not visible in this image). The mottled color pattern is also a common identifying feature.
Raritycommon
Author CitationMarrat, 1867
Description
A medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its elongated, cylindrical-ovate shape and glossy surface. The shell in the image displays a mottled pattern of off-white to cream with irregular brownish markings. Its spire appears somewhat truncated, a key feature indicated by its species name. It is typically found burrowing in sandy substrates.
