Vexillum

Common Names

The common names for snails in this genus are miter shells, miters, or ribbed miters.

Characteristics

Vexillum species are typically small to medium-sized snails with a distinctive, elongated, conical shell. The shell has a pointed apex and a wide, open aperture. The surface of the shell is usually ornamented with longitudinal ribs or folds. The coloration of Vexillum shells can be highly variable, ranging from brown and white to yellow and orange. Some species have distinctive patterns or markings on the shell.

Environments

Vexillum snails are found in a variety of marine habitats, including coral reefs, rocky shores, and sandy bottoms. They are generally found in shallow water, but some species can occur in deeper water. Vexillum snails are carnivorous and feed on other mollusks, such as small snails and worms.

References

• World Register of Marine Species
• Gastropods.com
• Discover Life