Beautiful Fasciolaria bittneri displaying vibrant orange and cream coloration with attractive irregular banding and finely defined spiral sculpture. This specimen features a well-developed spire, a nicely rounded body whorl, and a wide aperture with a beautiful cream-colored interior.

One of the standout features is its bright orange protoconch, which adds to the specimen's overall appeal. Personally collected during lobster operations in the Dry Tortugas, Florida.

Specimen Data

Family: Fasciolariidae

Species: Fasciolaria bittneri

Author: Petuch & Berschauer, 2023

Location: Dry Tortugas, Florida, USA

Method: Baited lobster trap

Depth: 60–90 feet

Date: February 2026

Collector: Randy D. Rivera

Measures: 121.0 mm

TSC #: 0721FAS-TSC

Condition

Very attractive specimen with excellent natural orange and cream coloration, well-preserved spiral sculpture, and a beautiful aperture. The orange protoconch is particularly appealing.

The siphonal canal shows some minor roughness and wear at the tip. Lip is slightly chipped. Overall, a very nice specimen with strong display appeal.

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