Cinnalepeta pulchella (species of spiral-shelled gastropod)
Rare term for a specific marine snail; usually written in kana. The name is related to 都鳥 (oystercatcher), possibly from a perceived resemblance.
See also: ミヤコドリ
Cinnalepeta pulchella can sometimes be found on rocks in the intertidal zone.
Katakana spelling is common for this species name; usually written in kana.
Kanji spelling is rare; the word is usually written in kana.
The name likely derives from 都鳥 (oystercatcher), but the exact reason for the association is uncertain.