Specimen Information

Rapana venosa
Rapana venosa
(veined rapa whelk)
Mollusks-Gastropods
Exotic

Specimen ID154716
GroupMollusks-Gastropods
GenusRapana
Speciesvenosa
Common Nameveined rapa whelk
StateVA
CountyHampton
LocalityHampton Roads (section of James River)
Mapping AccuracyApproximate
HUC8 NameHampton Roads
HUC8 Number02080208
Map
+
Collection Month8
Collection Year1998
Year AccuracyActual
Potential Pathwayshipping
Statusestablished
CommentsThis record is for: Rapana venosa EGG CASES that were found during commercial underwater inspections of bridge structures. Egg cases found at 3-4 m depth. (See reference for possible reasons for the depositing of the egg cases at this location)
Record TypeLiterature
Freshwater/MarineFreshwater


Disclaimer:

The data represented on this site vary in accuracy, scale, completeness, extent of coverage and origin. It is the user's responsibility to use these data consistent with their intended purpose and within stated limitations. We highly recommend reviewing metadata files prior to interpreting these data.

Citation information: U.S. Geological Survey. [2024]. Nonindigenous Aquatic Species Database. Gainesville, Florida. Accessed [11/29/2024].

Contact us if you are using data from this site for a publication to make sure the data are being used appropriately and for potential co-authorship if warranted.

For general information and questions about the database, contact Wesley Daniel. For problems and technical issues, contact Matthew Neilson.