Robert's cowrie
NameRobert's cowrie
Scientific NameErosaria robertsi
Common NameRobert's cowrie
FamilyCypraeidae
GenusErosaria
Speciesrobertsi
Geographic DistributionEndemic to the Hawaiian Islands, found in the central Pacific Ocean.
Habitatsubtidal
Average Size (mm)Ranges from about 15 mm to 35 mm, with an average size often around 20-25 mm.
Identifying FeaturesIts glossy, ovate, and humped shell, combined with the characteristic dorsal pattern of irregular brown spots and prominent dark marginal spots, are key identifying features. Its restricted distribution to the Hawaiian Islands is also a significant identifier.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Hidalgo, 1906)
Description
Robert's cowrie is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Cypraeidae, the cowries. It is known for its glossy, ovate shell with distinctive color patterns.
