Tyrinna
Tyrinna is a genus of sea snails, marine gastropod mollusks in the family Muricidae, the murex snails or rock snails. This genus was originally described by Iredale in 1931 and is commonly known as the “Tyrinna murex” or “Tyrinna snails.”
Characteristics
These marine gastropods are characterized by their distinctive shell morphology. They are typically small to medium-sized snails, with a pointed, conical shell. The shell surface is often covered with spines, nodules, or other ornamentation. The aperture of the shell is usually oval or round, and the outer lip is often thickened or toothed.
Habitat and Distribution
Species of Tyrinna are found in various marine environments. They are commonly found in intertidal zones, shallow water, and deeper water. These snails are often found attached to rocks, coral reefs, and seaweeds. The genus's geographic distribution is primarily limited to the Indo-Pacific region, including the waters of Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands.
Notable Species
The genus Tyrinna contains several recognized species, some of the most common of which include:
- Tyrinna albolabris
- Tyrinna bicolor
- Tyrinna caputserpentis
- Tyrinna corrugata
- Tyrinna exarata
- Tyrinna laevigata
- Tyrinna nodosa
- Tyrinna spadicea
- Tyrinna subulata