silk-clad olive
Namesilk-clad olive
Scientific NameOliva sericea
Common Namesilk-clad olive
FamilyOlividae
GenusOliva
Speciessericea
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and parts of Australia.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)30-100
Identifying FeaturesHighly polished, smooth, and elongated shell; a distinctive notch at the anterior end of the aperture; a relatively short, pointed spire; and a long, narrow aperture. The 'silk-clad' appearance refers to its glossy finish.
Raritycommon
Author CitationRöding, 1798
Description
A small to medium-sized, elongated, smooth, and highly glossy gastropod shell. It typically exhibits a cylindrical or fusiform shape with a short, pointed spire and a distinctive notch at the anterior end of the aperture. The surface is often described as 'silk-clad' due to its polished appearance.
