Anachis kraussii


Anachis kraussii is a species of sea snail in the family Columbellidae, the dove snails.

Subspecies

Anachis kraussii kitchingi
  • ''Anachis kraussii kraussii''

Description

The shell size varies between 5 mm and 8 mm
The small, elongated-tuureted shell has a short spire and an acute apex. The color of the shell is white, adorned with red angulate bands. The shell contains 8 convex whorls with longitudinal plicate ribs. The suture is simple. The oblique interstices are smooth. The body whorl is subcostate. The base of the shell is transversely striated. The white aperture is ovate, becoming blunt at the top. The outer lip is sharp and smooth inside. The siphonal canal is short.

Distribution

This marine species occurs off Southwest and Southeast Africa.