Olivella cocosensis
NameOlivella cocosensis
Scientific NameOlivella cocosensis
Common NameCocos Island Olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOlivella
Speciescocosensis
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, specifically endemic to the waters around Cocos Island (Isla del Coco), Costa Rica.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)8-12
Identifying FeaturesSmall size, highly polished and smooth surface, characteristic elongated Olivella shape, pointed spire, and the distinctive creamy base color with subtle, irregular brown axial markings.
Raritycommon
Author CitationNot available
Description
A small, smooth, and glossy marine gastropod shell, characterized by its elongated, ovate-conical shape. The shell exhibits a creamy white to pale yellowish-brown background color, adorned with faint, irregular reddish-brown or orange-brown axial markings, particularly noticeable on the body whorl. The spire is pointed, and the overall appearance is delicate and polished.
