Olivella gracilis
NameOlivella gracilis
Scientific NameOlivella gracilis
Common NameGraceful Dwarf Olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOlivella
Speciesgracilis
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, ranging from Baja California, Mexico, southwards along the coast of Central and South America to Peru.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)15-25
Identifying FeaturesIts small size, exceptionally glossy and smooth surface, slender and elegant shape, and the characteristic wavy reddish-brown axial color patterns on a lighter background are key identifying features. The columella typically has one or two folds at the anterior end.
Raritycommon
Author CitationBroderip & Sowerby, 1829
Description
A small to medium-sized, highly polished marine gastropod shell, characterized by its elongated, cylindrical-ovate shape and distinctive color patterns. It is commonly known as the Graceful Dwarf Olive or Graceful Olivella.
