Volutoconus calcarelliformis
NameVolutoconus calcarelliformis
Scientific NameVolutoconus calcarelliformis
Common NameNo widely accepted common name (a type of volute)
FamilyVolutidae
GenusVolutoconus
Speciescalcarelliformis
Geographic DistributionWestern Australia, specifically off the coast of Western Australia.
Shell Shapefusiform
Average Size (mm)70-100
Identifying FeaturesElongated, fusiform shape; smooth, glossy surface; creamy yellow to pale orange-yellow base color with mottled white patterns; moderately tall spire; long, narrow aperture; simple outer lip; short siphonal canal.
Rarityrare
Author Citation(Habe & Kosuge, 1966)
Description
An elongated, fusiform marine gastropod shell, characterized by its creamy yellow to pale orange-yellow base color mottled with irregular white or paler cream patches. It possesses a moderately tall, conical spire and a smooth, glossy body whorl. The aperture is long and narrow, flaring slightly towards the base, and the columella appears smooth. A short siphonal canal is present at the anterior end.
