It is found in the western Pacific Ocean, specifically in the waters around Japan, the Philippines, and Indonesia.

This species of sea snail has a medium-sized, elongated shell with a pointed spire and a distinct shoulder at the base of the body whorl.

The shell is covered with spiral ridges and has a pale orange or pinkish-brown color with darker brown spots.

Distorsio habei is a carnivorous snail that feeds on other mollusks, including bivalves and gastropods.

This species is active during the night and hides in crevices and under rocks during the day.