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Carnelian Olive

Oliva carneola (Gmelin 1791)

Oliva carneola

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Oliva carneola, common name the carnelian olive, is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Olividae, the olives.[2]

Description

This is a small species, ranging from 10–28 mm.[3] The spire is low and the shell has a relatively squat appearance. Typical shells are mostly orange, yellow, or russet with lighter bands. Some forms may feature patterning like that found on many other olive species.

Distribution

This species is found in the Indo-Pacific region, including the Philippines, Indonesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia.[3]

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Oliva carneola: Brief Summary

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Oliva carneola, common name the carnelian olive, is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Olividae, the olives.

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Distribution

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Philippines/Indonesia to Polynesia/Micronesia

Reference

Vervaet F. & Recourt P. pers. com., January 2010

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