Stearn's Volute
NameStearn's Volute
Scientific NameVoluta (Scaphella) stearnsii Bartsch, 1923
Common NameStearn's Volute
FamilyVolutidae
GenusVoluta
Speciesstearnsii
Geographic DistributionMarine; specific geographic distribution is not provided in the image or metadata, but species within the genus Voluta are typically found in tropical to temperate waters, often in deeper offshore environments.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)45
Identifying FeaturesKey identifying features include its elongated fusiform shape, moderately high spire, long and narrow aperture, and the characteristic bicolored pattern with a darker apex. The specimen is explicitly identified as a holotype, making it a definitive reference for the species.
Rarityrare
Author CitationBartsch, 1923
Description
The image displays three views of a single holotype specimen of Stearn's Volute. The shell is elongated and fusiform, characterized by a moderately tall, conical spire and a long, narrow aperture. The surface appears relatively smooth, though some growth lines are visible. The specimen exhibits a distinct color pattern, with a darker reddish-brown apex and shoulder area contrasting with the lighter, off-white to cream coloration of the main body whorl. One of the views shows some damage to the outer lip of the aperture. The specimen is identified as a holotype, USNM 194428.
