Chiang's Cone
NameChiang's Cone
Scientific NameConasprella chiangi
Common NameChiang's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConasprella
Specieschiangi
Geographic DistributionWestern Pacific, including Taiwan and the Philippines.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-60
Identifying FeaturesConical shape, moderately high and distinctly nodulose/stepped spire, characteristic orange-brown and white color pattern with a clear mid-body white band, and granular spiral sculpture.
Rarityuncommon
Author Citation(Azuma, 1972)
Description
A medium-sized, moderately heavy cone shell characterized by its conical body whorl and a distinctly elevated, stepped, and nodulose spire. The shell surface exhibits fine, granular spiral ridges, which are more pronounced on the spire and the anterior end of the body whorl. The aperture is narrow and straight.
