Identification:
The shell is brown and reaches 40 mm in length. The dorsal surface features numerous white spots, arranged in a regular network pattern. A white stripe extends from the shell’s apex to its base. The margins of the shell opening are pink, marked with black spots. The columellar callus, where the body whorl meets the spire, is not elevated. The ventral surface is pale pink, with a wide, smooth, and short aperture (based on specimen observation).
Biology and Ecology:
Limited data is available on this species. It inhabits the intertidal zone, typically on hard substrates, and seeks refuge in rock crevices or coral. It often coexists with Cypraea arabica.
Distribution:
- Vietnam: Khánh Hòa Province (Vân Phong Bay – Bến Gỏi).
- Global: East Africa, Indian Ocean, Western Australia.
Value:
This species has no economic value but possesses scientific and aesthetic value, making it suitable for collection.
Conservation Status:
It is a rare and infrequently encountered species. Only five specimens have been discovered in Vân Phong Bay – Bến Gỏi. Currently, it is not subject to exploitation.
Recommended Conservation Measures:
Protect the entire ecosystem. Prohibit the use of explosives for coral extraction. If found alive, release the gastropods immediately.