Patella gomesii
NamePatella gomesii
Scientific NamePatella gomesii
Common NameGomes' Limpet
FamilyPatellidae
GenusPatella
Speciesgomesii
Geographic DistributionEastern Atlantic, specifically found around the Macaronesian islands, including the Azores, Madeira, and Canary Islands.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)Up to 60-70 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesStrong, often irregular, radial ribs extending from the apex to the shell margin. Conical shape with an oval base and a distinctive reddish-brown and white coloration pattern.
Raritycommon
Author CitationDrouët, 1858
Description
A medium-sized limpet shell, characterized by its robust, conical shape and prominent radial ribbing. The exterior displays a pattern of reddish-brown to brown with lighter, often whitish, ribs, particularly towards the apex. The shell's surface can appear somewhat eroded or encrusted, reflecting its intertidal habitat.
