Zemiropsis papillaris explained

Zemiropsis papillaris, common name : the spotted , is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Babyloniidae.

Description

The spotted babylon has a plump shell, which varies in size between 33 mm and 50 mm. The shell has a smooth surface and is white with reddish-brown spots in an indistinct lattice pattern. The foot is spotted with vivid red.[1]

Distribution

This species is only found off the South African coast from False Bay to the eastern Transkei in 15-65m under water. It is endemic to this area.[1]

References

Notes and References

  1. Kilburn R. & Rippey E. 1982. Sea Shells of Southern Africa Macmillan