Olivella volutella
NameOlivella volutella
Scientific NameOlivella volutella
Common NameVolute Olivella
FamilyOlividae
GenusOlivella
Speciesvolutella
Geographic DistributionWestern Atlantic Ocean, ranging from North Carolina (USA) south through the Gulf of Mexico and the Caribbean Sea, down to Brazil.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)10-25
Identifying FeaturesSmooth, glossy, and highly polished shell surface; a moderately tall, pointed spire; a narrow, elongated aperture; and distinct oblique folds on the columella, with a prominent fold at the anterior end. The overall slender and elegant form is characteristic of the genus.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Kiener, 1835)
Description
A small, slender, and highly polished marine gastropod shell, held in the palm of a hand. The shell exhibits an elongate-ovate shape with a moderately tall, pointed spire. Its surface is smooth and glossy, appearing pale whitish to translucent. The aperture is narrow and elongated, extending nearly the full length of the body whorl. The columella (inner lip) shows characteristic oblique folds, particularly a prominent one at the anterior end, which is a key identifying feature for the genus Olivella.
