Polinices albumen
NamePolinices albumen
Scientific NamePolinices albumen
Common NameWhite Moon Snail, Albumen Moon Snail
FamilyNaticidae
GenusPolinices
Speciesalbumen
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and Australia.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeglobose
Average Size (mm)60
Identifying FeaturesGlobose, smooth, and thick shell; low spire; prominent white or pale cream parietal callus covering part of the umbilicus; characteristic moon snail shape with a distinct white apex.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Lamarck, 1822)
Description
A medium-sized, globose moon snail shell, characterized by its smooth, thick, and often light orange to tan coloration. The spire is low, and the apical area, along with the parietal callus, is typically a contrasting white or pale cream. It is a predatory species found on sandy bottoms in the Indo-Pacific.
