Phyllocoma scalariformis
NamePhyllocoma scalariformis
Scientific NamePhyllocoma scalariformis
Common NameNone established
FamilyMuricidae
GenusPhyllocoma
Speciesscalariformis
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Japan, and parts of Australia.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)15-30
Identifying FeaturesHigh, turreted spire; strong cancellate sculpture with prominent, often frilly axial ribs and spiral cords; thickened outer lip with internal denticles and a crenulated or frilly edge; distinct, moderately long, slightly recurved siphonal canal.
Rarityrare
Author Citation(Broderip, 1833)
Description
A small to medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its elongated, fusiform shape and high, turreted spire. The shell exhibits prominent sculpture consisting of strong axial ribs crossed by spiral cords, creating a cancellate or nodulose texture, particularly on the spire. The axial ribs often appear somewhat frilly or lamellar. The aperture is ovate with a thickened, frilly outer lip that bears internal denticles. A distinct, moderately long siphonal canal is present, which is slightly recurved. The shell color is typically off-white to creamy white, often with yellowish-brown or orange tints on the ribs and spire, and sometimes faint bluish-grey undertones on the body whorl.
