Gibbula ardens (von Salis, 1793) - hermaphrodite Main synonym = Trochus ardens |
Taxonomical Classification: Animalia / Mollusca / Gastropoda / Vetigastropoda / Trochidae |
Maltese name not known |
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Further Information: A large species reaching up to 15mm in size. Has a deep, large, circular umbilicus, and a wide aperture. Sutures are deep and have a stepped shape. Sculpture variable of numerous concentric cords. The columella has a basal fold. Distinguished from Gibbula umbilicata by the large aperture and basal fold, from Gibbula albida by the large umbilicus. |
Special contributor, data input & photos for the Mollusca section courtesy of Owen Mifsud |
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