Tectonatica sagraiana
NameTectonatica sagraiana
Scientific NameTectonatica sagraiana
Common NameSagra's Moon Snail
FamilyNaticidae
GenusTectonatica
Speciessagraiana
Geographic DistributionWestern Atlantic Ocean, including the Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, off Florida, and Brazil.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeglobose
Average Size (mm)Approximately 15-30 mm in height.
Identifying FeaturesGlobose, smooth shell; distinctive reddish-brown axial stripes; low spire; large body whorl; typical naticid callus often partially obscuring the umbilicus (though not clearly visible in this specific image, it's a key feature of the genus/family).
Raritycommon
Author Citation(d'Orbigny, 1842)
Description
A medium-sized, globose marine gastropod shell, characterized by its smooth, polished surface and distinctive reddish-brown axial stripes on a creamy white to pale tan background. The shell features a low spire and a large, inflated body whorl, typical of moon snails. The aperture is D-shaped and white internally.
