Pink-mouthed Murex

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Based on the image, you have a Pink-mouthed Murex (Hexaplex erythrostomus).

This is a beautiful and very recognizable shell. Its common name comes from the vibrant, glossy pink or reddish-pink color of its aperture (the opening), which is clearly visible in your photo.

Here are a few key details about it:

  • Identification: The main features are its sturdy, somewhat rounded shell, rows of prominent spines, and the signature pink-colored aperture. The exterior is typically a creamy white or pale tan.
  • Size: At 2 inches, yours is a common size, though they can grow to be much larger, sometimes reaching up to 6 inches in length.
  • Habitat and Range: This is a species of predatory sea snail found in the eastern Pacific Ocean, from Baja California, Mexico, south to Peru. They typically live on sandy or rocky bottoms in coastal waters.
  • The Animal: The snail that creates this shell is a carnivore. It uses a specialized, file-like tongue called a radula to drill holes into the shells of other mollusks, like clams and oysters, to feed on them.


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