Wobbly Keyhole Limpet
NameWobbly Keyhole Limpet
Scientific NameDiodora quadriradiata
Common NameWobbly Keyhole Limpet
FamilyFissurellidae
GenusDiodora
Speciesquadriradiata
Geographic DistributionWestern Atlantic Ocean, including Florida, the Gulf of Mexico, the Caribbean Sea, Bermuda, and Brazil.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)10-25 mm (length)
Identifying FeaturesKey identifying features include its low-conical, oval shape, the distinctive oval-shaped apical keyhole, strong radial ribbing, and the characteristic reddish radial stripes on a white background. The crenulated margin is also a notable feature.
Raritycommon
Author CitationReeve, 1850
Description
A small, low-conical marine gastropod shell, characterized by its oval shape, prominent radial ribs, and a distinctive oval-shaped apical opening (keyhole). The shell exhibits striking reddish-pink radial stripes against a white background, often found among coral fragments and beach debris.
