Uvanilla unguis
NameUvanilla unguis
Scientific NameUvanilla unguis
Common NameSpiny Turban, Unguis Turban
FamilyTurbinidae
GenusUvanilla
Speciesunguis
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, ranging from Baja California, Mexico, south to Peru.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-70
Identifying FeaturesKey identifying features include its trochiform shape, the prominent, blunt, radially arranged nodules or spines on the periphery of the whorls, and the strong spiral and axial sculpture. The pearly white interior of the aperture is also characteristic of the Turbanidae family.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Wood, 1828)
Description
A robust, medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its distinctive trochiform (conical) shape and heavily sculptured surface. The shell features prominent, blunt, somewhat flattened nodules or spines arranged radially around the periphery of each whorl, giving it a star-like appearance when viewed from above. The base is relatively flat, and the aperture is pearly white inside.
