Distinguishing Characteristics |
Gastropod (1 shell); shell spiral in shape, varices - 3 radial rows made of long spines with raised webbing in between, spines made from folding shell, spines may be worn or broken; low knobs between the varices; up to 9 distinct whorls; spiraling ridges on whorls; shell color cream to pale brown; aperture (opening) oval, outer margins smooth or slightly scalloped; inside aperture white; spire high, sutures between whorls distinct; siphonal canal long, may be bent or straight, sometimes siphonal canal is split into 2 canals, only 1 of which opens up to aperture. |
Similar Species |
The webbed varices are unique to this species. |
Habitat |
Gulf, deep waters |
Maximum Size |
13 cm (5 in) |
Other Common Names |
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Previous Scientific Names |
Siratus beauii, Murex beauii |
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