Patella tenuis
NamePatella tenuis
Scientific NamePatella tenuis
Common NameLimpet
FamilyPatellidae
GenusPatella
Speciestenuis
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and parts of the Indian Ocean.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)45
Identifying FeaturesLow conical profile, oval outline, often heavily encrusted exterior, and a relatively smooth, light-colored interior. The shell margin can be somewhat irregular due to growth on uneven surfaces.
Raritycommon
Author CitationGmelin, 1791
Description
A medium-sized limpet shell, roughly oval and conical in shape, with a dark, heavily encrusted exterior and a lighter interior. The shell measures approximately 45 mm in length, consistent with typical sizes for the species. The exterior shows signs of algal growth or other epibionts, which is common for limpets inhabiting rocky intertidal zones.
