Polinices panamaensis
NamePolinices panamaensis
Scientific NamePolinices panamaensis
Common NamePanama Moon Snail
FamilyNaticidae
GenusPolinices
Speciespanamaensis
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, ranging from Baja California, Mexico, south to Panama.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeglobose
Average Size (mm)35
Identifying FeaturesIts globose, smooth, and uniformly white shell, combined with a low spire and a large D-shaped aperture. The prominent, thick, white columellar callus that partially or fully covers the umbilicus is a key characteristic.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Récluz, 1844)
Description
A medium-sized, globose, and smooth marine gastropod shell, predominantly white in color. It features a low spire and a large, semi-lunate (D-shaped) aperture. The columellar area shows a thick, white callus, typical of moon snails.
