Sigatica semisulcata
NameSigatica semisulcata
Scientific NameSigatica semisulcata
Common NameSemisulcate Moon Snail
FamilyNaticidae
GenusSigatica
Speciessemisulcata
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Japan, and parts of Australia.
Shell Shapeglobose
Average Size (mm)10-20
Identifying FeaturesSmall, globose, and smooth shell; low spire; large body whorl; uniform pale coloration; glossy surface. The characteristic Naticid form, often with a callus partially or fully covering the umbilicus (though not clearly visible in this dorsal view).
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Gray, 1839)
Description
A small, marine gastropod shell, characterized by its globose to subglobose shape and smooth, glossy surface. The shell is uniformly pale in color, typically white or very light cream, with a low spire and a large, inflated body whorl. The aperture is semi-lunate.
