Pseudo-almond Purple
NamePseudo-almond Purple
Scientific NamePyrene scripta
Common NamePseudo-almond Purple
FamilyColumbellidae
GenusPyrene
Speciesscripta
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including tropical and subtropical waters.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)Typically ranges from 10 to 25 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesProminent, rounded axial ribs; distinct banded color pattern of dark and light; conical-ovate shape; small size; often found in rocky intertidal habitats. The aperture is typically narrow with a thickened outer lip.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Linnaeus, 1758)
Description
A small, conical-ovate marine gastropod shell, characterized by prominent axial ribs and a striking banded color pattern of alternating dark brown/black and white/cream. This specimen is observed in a rocky intertidal habitat, partially submerged in water.
