Bursa venustula (Reeve, 1844)
41mm
Bursa
venustula is rare
in the Marshalls, known from only a few specimens. All were found under rocks
or sand on the seaward reef at depths of 6 to 20m. The World
Record of Marine Species lists Bursa venustula as a synonym for
Lampasopsis rhodostoma.
Our specimens of the species look quite different. In particular, the aperture
is black rather than dark maroon and the posterior canal is much more fully
developed in this species than in L. rhodostoma. It is possible the
Marshall Islands animals need a new name.
Created 10 August 2010
Updated 21 March 2022
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