Angas's Cone
NameAngas's Cone
Scientific NameConasprella angasi
Common NameAngas's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConasprella
Speciesangasi
Geographic DistributionEndemic to Australia, found along the coasts of New South Wales, Queensland, and Western Australia.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)Shells typically range from 20 mm to 50 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesKey features include the elevated and distinctly stepped spire, the smooth and glossy conical body whorl, and the characteristic pattern of scattered orange-brown spots on a pale background. The aperture is narrow and straight.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Crosse, 1865)
Description
A medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its classic conical shape, an elevated and distinctly stepped spire, and a smooth, glossy body whorl. The shell's surface is typically pale, adorned with scattered, irregular orange-brown or reddish-brown spots. The aperture is narrow and extends along the length of the body whorl.
