Conasprella josei
NameConasprella josei
Scientific NameConasprella josei
Common NameJose's Cone Snail
FamilyConidae
GenusConasprella
Speciesjosei
Geographic DistributionWestern Atlantic Ocean, specifically off the coast of Brazil (e.g., Espírito Santo, Bahia).
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)25-40
Identifying FeaturesDistinctive conical shape with a broad, angulate shoulder, light brown to orange-brown coloration with irregular white patches, and a pale purplish aperture interior. The relatively smooth surface and straight-sided body whorl are also characteristic.
Rarityuncommon
Author Citation(Petuch & Berschauer, 2018)
Description
A medium-sized, conical marine gastropod shell, characterized by its broad shoulder and straight-sided profile. The shell exhibits a light brown to orange-brown base color with irregular white or cream patches, particularly prominent on the shoulder and body whorl. The specimen is shown partially buried in sandy substrate amidst marine algae, suggesting its natural habitat.
