Fissurella nigra, commonly called the black keyhole limpet, is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Fissurellidae.
The size of the shell varies between 45mm and 115mm. The shell is conically shaped. At the apex of the shell, there is a small hole, often called the keyhole. The color is usually dark, such as black, reddish, or brown, and the ribs are often rough.
Distribution: This marine species is found from Peru to the Strait of Magellan, excluding the Galápagos Islands.
Source: Wikipedia, article Fissurella nigra.
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Accessed on 17/07/2026.