Austral Cone
NameAustral Cone
Scientific NameConus australis
Common NameAustral Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesaustralis
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, primarily found off the coasts of Australia (Queensland, New South Wales, Western Australia), and extending to parts of Southeast Asia.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)Typically ranges from 30 mm to 70 mm in length, though some specimens can be larger.
Identifying FeaturesIts distinctive slender, high-spired conical shape, combined with the characteristic reddish-brown axial flame pattern on a light background. Fine spiral grooves or ridges are often present on the body whorl, especially towards the base, which can be seen in the image.
Raritycommon
Author CitationHolten, 1802
Description
An elongated, slender, high-spired cone shell with a cream to white background adorned with irregular reddish-brown axial flames and blotches, often forming interrupted spiral bands. The surface typically exhibits fine spiral ridges, particularly towards the base.
