Patella piperata
NamePatella piperata
Scientific NamePatella piperata
Common NamePeppered Limpet
FamilyPatellidae
GenusPatella
Speciespiperata
Geographic DistributionMediterranean Sea and the Atlantic coast of Europe and North Africa, including the Canary Islands and Madeira.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)Typically ranges from 20 to 30 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesIts distinctive conical shape, the 'peppered' pattern of dark spots on radial ribs on the exterior, a crenulated shell margin, and the characteristic orange-brown central area on the interior of the shell.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Gmelin, 1791)
Description
A species of limpet, characterized by its conical, cap-shaped shell with an oval base. The exterior surface features distinct radial ribs, often nodulose or pustulose, displaying a mottled pattern of off-white to light brown with darker brown spots or pits. The interior is predominantly white, with a striking orange-brown to reddish-brown central area. The shell margin is typically crenulated.
