03 Phorcus lineatus

03 Phorcus lineatus

Central early whorls (diameter c.7 mm) retain juvenile spiral ridges & grooves to first strong annual transverse growth line (1). Later, outer whorl has many fine transverse minor growth lines. All sculpture, except major growth lines, usually gets worn away as shell continues growth.
West Anglesey, Wales. March 2014. Width 13.5 mm.