Salmon-Lipped Whelk
NameSalmon-Lipped Whelk
Scientific NamePollia salmonea
Common NameSalmon-Lipped Whelk
FamilyBuccinidae
GenusPollia
Speciessalmonea
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and parts of Australia.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)40
Identifying FeaturesThe most prominent identifying feature is the bright salmon-pink to orange inner lip of the aperture. Other features include strong spiral ribs and axial nodules on the shell's surface, and a relatively thick, sturdy shell.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Gray, 1839)
Description
A robust marine gastropod shell, characterized by its conical to ovate-conical shape, strong spiral ribs, and nodulose sculpture. The most distinctive feature is the vibrant salmon-pink to orange coloration of the inner lip of the aperture. The exterior is typically dark brown to black with lighter spiral bands.
