Ransoniella

Ransoniella is a genus of marine snails, a group of small gastropod mollusks in the family Rissoidae. They are distinguished by their small, conical shells with distinctive features, often resembling the shells of other Rissoidae genera. The genus was first described by the malacologist Arthur William Baden Powell in 1958. Species in this genus are found in various marine habitats, including intertidal zones, shallow waters, and deeper regions of the ocean.

Punctate Cowry, Brown-Spotted Cowry – Ransoniella punctata

Common Names

There are no common names for species within the genus Ransoniella.

Characteristics

Ransoniella snails are characterized by the following features:

  • Small, conical shell with a pointed apex
  • Typically 4-6 whorls
  • Shell surface may be smooth, finely sculpted, or with spiral ridges
  • Aperture usually round or oval, with a distinct outer lip
  • Operculum present, usually thin and horny

Environments

Ransoniella species are found in a variety of marine environments, including:

  • Intertidal zones: These snails can be found on rocky shores and among seaweed
  • Shallow waters: They occur in coastal areas, on sandy or muddy bottoms
  • Deeper regions: Some species may inhabit deeper waters, reaching depths of several hundred meters

References

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