Nodolatirus rapanus
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Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Mollusca |
| Class: | Gastropoda |
| Subclass: | Caenogastropoda |
| Order: | Neogastropoda |
| Family: | Fasciolariidae |
| Genus: | Nodolatirus |
| Species: | N. rapanus
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| Binomial name | |
| Nodolatirus rapanus Bouchet & M. A. Snyder, 2013
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Nodolatirus rapanus is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Fasciolariidae, commonly known as spindle and tulip snails.[1]
Description
The shell length reaches approximately 40–60 mm, with a robust fusiform shape and distinct axial ribs. Shell coloration ranges from pale tan to light brown with darker spiral bands.[2]
Taxonomy
This species was described in 2013 by Bouchet & Snyder as part of a genus revision in the Journal of Conchology.[3]
Distribution and habitat
Nodolatirus rapanus is endemic to the Austral Islands, particularly around Rapa Iti in French Polynesia.[4][5] It inhabits shallow subtidal zones among rocky substrates and coral reefs.
Ecology
As a neogastropod, it is likely carnivorous, preying on smaller invertebrates. Specific ecological studies on this species have not yet been published.[5]
Life cycle
It likely has planktonic larvae (veligers) after external fertilization before settling and maturing, similar to other members of Fasciolariidae.
Significance
Its restricted distribution and specialized habitat suggest potential sensitivity to environmental changes, although it has not been evaluated for conservation status.
References
- ^ "WoRMS – World Register of Marine Species – Nodolatirus rapanus Bouchet & M. A. Snyder, 2013". marinespecies.org. Retrieved 29 June 2025.
- ^ "Nodolatirus rapanus". Conchology.be – Gastropods by Eddie Hardy. Retrieved 29 June 2025.
- ^ "MolluscaBase – Nodolatirus rapanus Bouchet & M. A. Snyder, 2013". MolluscaBase. Retrieved 20 July 2025.
- ^ "Nodolatirus rapanus Bouchet & Snyder, 2013". MNHN taxonomy portal. Archived from the original on 25 October 2021. Retrieved 29 June 2025.
- ^ a b "OBIS – species occurrence records for Nodolatirus rapanus". obis.org. Retrieved 20 July 2025.