One Lace Murex, scientifically known as Chicoreus dilectus, measuring 2 to 3 inches *****

One Lace Murex, scientifically known as Chicoreus dilectus, measuring 2 to 3 inches.

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The Lace Murex, scientifically named Chioreus Florifer Dilectus, is a member of the Murex family and is sometimes referred to as the Florida Lace Murex. It features an elongated ovate shape with a high, conical spire. Each whorl is adorned with three varices that support long, scaly, hollow spines. Between the varices lies a low knob, and occasionally, one or two smaller axial ribs along with fine, irregular spiral cords can be observed. The aperture is almost circular, leading to a long, narrow canal flanked by four open, leaf-like spines on one side and a wide, flattened flange on the other. The operculum is robust and round. The Lace Murex is typically found in coral reefs, rubble, and sandy or muddy substrates. It is most prevalent in the intertidal zones to shallow waters near beaches, ranging from North Carolina down to southern Florida and westward to Panama along the Caribbean coast. As the most common Murex in Florida, it preys on various bivalve species by drilling holes into their shells to consume the inhabitants. It shares a close relationship with the West Indian Lace Murex..