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Miralda scopulorum
Watson, 1886
 
Miralda scopulorum: shell
Maximum size:  1.6 mm shell length.

Identification:  Shells of this species are ovate with three spiral keels on each whorl, the apical two with prominent granules.

Natural history:  Shells of Miralda scopulorum are moderately common in beach drift. Kay (1979) states that they are more common at depths of 8-40 m (26-131 ft).

Distribution:  Maui and Oahu.

Taxonomic notes:  Kay (1979) considers Odostomia syrtites to be a synonym though that's probably incorrect.

Photo:  CP: composite photo, two shells; largest 1.5 mm: beach drift, Mokuleia Bay, Maui; fall, 1985.

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