pretty olive
Namepretty olive
Scientific NameOliva reticularis
Common Namepretty olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOliva
Speciesreticularis
Geographic DistributionWestern Atlantic Ocean, including the Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, and off the coast of Florida.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)25-60 mm
Identifying FeaturesHighly glossy, smooth, and elongated shell; very short, conical spire; long, narrow aperture; characteristic plicate (folded) columella; and distinctive reticulated or wavy brown color patterns on a lighter background.
Raritycommon
Author CitationLamarck, 1811
Description
A marine gastropod shell, characterized by its elongated, cylindrical, and highly polished form. It features a long, narrow aperture and a very short spire. The shell's surface is smooth and glossy, displaying distinctive color patterns.
