Olivella watermani
NameOlivella watermani
Scientific NameOlivella watermani
Common NameWaterman's Dwarf Olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOlivella
Specieswatermani
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, ranging from Baja California, Mexico, south to Peru.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)10-15
Identifying FeaturesSmall, smooth, and glossy shell; elongated-ovate profile; short spire; long, narrow aperture; and a characteristic pale, often uniform, coloration. The columella typically has a few folds, though these are not clearly visible in the provided image.
Raritycommon
Author CitationHertlein & Strong, 1951
Description
A small, smooth, and glossy marine gastropod shell, typically elongated-ovate in shape. This specimen exhibits a uniform light beige to cream coloration. It belongs to the family Olividae, commonly known as olive shells or dwarf olives, and is characterized by its simple, elegant form and lack of prominent sculpture.
