Ringed Olive
NameRinged Olive
Scientific NameOliva annulata
Common NameRinged Olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOliva
Speciesannulata
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas from East Africa to the Western Pacific, such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and parts of Australia.
Habitatsubtidal
Average Size (mm)20
Identifying FeaturesIts most distinguishing features include its smooth, highly polished surface, the characteristic olive shape, a moderately elevated spire, and a narrow, elongated aperture. The columella typically has several folds or plaits at its base. The irregular blotchy and ring-like color patterns are also key identifiers.
Raritycommon
Author CitationGmelin, 1791
Description
The Ringed Olive is a species of medium-sized, predatory sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk. Its shell is highly polished, smooth, and typically elongate-ovate in shape. It is characterized by its distinctive color patterns of irregular blotches and often ring-like markings over a pale background. These snails are known for their burrowing habits in sandy substrates.
