Arabic Volute, Alcithoe arabica, IV43319

Physical Description

Medium sized volute shell with a rounded shoulder, a tall spire and a wide mouth. The outer surface is mostly a creamy pink colour with dark brown patterns. The columella is deformed, so that it leans toward its PR side instead of being straight.

Provenance

Species is endemic to: New Zealand

Field Collection

Measurements

Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 94 x 47 x 34mm