Paradusta hungerfordi
NameParadusta hungerfordi
Scientific NameParadusta hungerfordi
FamilyCypraeidae
GenusParadusta
Specieshungerfordi
Average Size (mm)25
Identifying FeaturesGlossy, ovate shell with a narrow, toothed aperture. Distinctive dorsal color pattern of a lighter central band bordered by darker spots. The shell's extremities are slightly produced.
Description
A small to medium-sized cowrie shell, characterized by its ovate to pyriform shape and glossy surface. The dorsal side features a light brown or tan central band, often with darker brown spots or blotches along the margins. The ventral side and aperture are typically off-white or cream-colored. The aperture is narrow, with distinct teeth along both lips.
