Distribution

It is known from the northern reefs of New Caledonia and from Banc Éponge (south-east).

Habitat

Lives on rubble bottoms.

Etymology

Named after the Latin expression excelens (adjective), meaning "high, exalted, lofty".

Reference

Fraussen, K.; Hadorn, R. (2003). Six new Buccinidae (Mollusca: Gastropoda) from New Caledonia. Novapex. 4(2-3): 33-50.