Epitonium innesi
(Jousseaume, 1912)
Description:
Dimensions range from 4.1 mm - 5 mm high and 3 mm wide.
Width to height ratio: 0.73:1 ~ 0.6:1
Shell: conical, and scalariform; moderately solid; minute. About 8 whorls, slightly convex whorls; protoconch with ~3 whorls smooth; teleoconch with ~5 whorls rounded and slightly flattened at the suture. Spire distinctly conical. Umbilicate: narrow umbilicus, which is partially covered by the columellar expansion. Approximately 20 - 25 costae on the body whorl. Costae are somewhat prominent. Costae project at a sharp angle, forming a crown-like structure; edges that curve slightly backward. Intercostal spaces strongly, spirally striate. Aperture oval; peristome thick and barely expanded.
Distribution:
Red Sea to Aden, Djibouti
Habitat:
not reported
Etymology:
named for Dr. Innes-Bey., This species is dedicated to Dr. Innes-Bey, not only as an expression of deep respect and admiration but as a tribute to his scientific contributions and dedicated research. His commitment to the advancement of science and his support for fellow researchers in their explorations have been invaluable
Type Material:
Syntypes: MNHN 4281 for Epitonium innesi (Jousseaume, 1912) - Locality: Djeddah, Aden, Djibouti.. [Brown, L. & Neville, B.D., 2015]
Jousseaume, F. (1912). Plate V. Fig. 31-33.
Innesiscala Innesi sp. n.
PI. V, fig. 31-36.
Distribution
as listed in source literature
Jousseaume, F. (1912).
Plate V. Fig. 31-33.
Innesiscala Innesi sp. n.
PI. V, fig. 31-36.
pp: 218.
Kaicher, S.D. (1981).
