distribution

It is known from Atoll  de Surprise (northwest off New Caledonia) and Aztèque Bank (southern NC). Bathymetric range alive in 330-335 m, empty shells in 260-390 m.

Etymology

Named after the Latin expression solifer (adjective), meaning "bringing sunshine". Being sometimes bright coloured with yellow or orange lines, E. solifer looks like a hot summer afternoon, the sun rays smelted on the shell. A certain contrast between this "sunny" species and the sympatric E. scepta is noticed.

Reference

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