Calliotropis pistis
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| Calliotropis pistis | |
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| Shell of Calliotropis pistis (holotype at MNHN, Paris) | |
Scientific classification  | |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Mollusca |
| Class: | Gastropoda |
| Subclass: | Vetigastropoda |
| Family: | Calliotropidae |
| Genus: | Calliotropis |
| Species: | C. pistis |
| Binomial name | |
| Calliotropis pistis Vilvens, 2007 | |
Calliotropis pistis is a species of sea snail, which is a type of marine gastropod mollusk, belonging to the family Eucyclidae.[1]
The shell of Calliotropis pistis can attain a maximum recorded length of 10 mm. [2] The shell generally exhibits a conical profile, typical for many species in its family. Its surface is adorned with sculptural elements, commonly featuring spiral cords and axial ribs which contribute to a textured appearance and may intersect to form nodules. A distinct angle or periphery is usually present near the base, and the shell often includes an open umbilicus.
