Scaphella contoyensis
NameScaphella contoyensis
Scientific NameScaphella contoyensis
Common NameContoy Volute
FamilyVolutidae
GenusScaphella
Speciescontoyensis
Geographic DistributionCaribbean Sea, likely around Contoy Island, Yucatán Peninsula, Mexico, and surrounding waters.
Shell Shapefusiform
Identifying FeaturesElongated fusiform shape, distinctive reddish-brown spotting on a pale background, smooth shell surface, and a long, narrow aperture.
Description
An elongated, fusiform marine gastropod shell, characterized by a prominent spire and a large body whorl. The shell exhibits a light cream to tan background color adorned with distinct reddish-brown spots or blotches arranged in spiral rows. The aperture is long and narrow, appearing lighter in color.
