Conasprella pealii
NameConasprella pealii
Scientific NameConasprella pealii
Common NamePeale's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConasprella
Speciespealii
Geographic DistributionWestern Atlantic Ocean, ranging from North Carolina to Florida, throughout the Gulf of Mexico, and into the Caribbean Sea.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20
Identifying FeaturesSmall, conical shell with a moderately elevated spire. Distinctive color pattern of irregular brown blotches on a light background. The aperture is narrow. The shell surface may exhibit fine spiral ridges or granulation, though not clearly visible in the image.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Green, 1830)
Description
Conasprella pealii, commonly known as Peale's Cone, is a small predatory marine gastropod. Its shell is typically conical with a moderately elevated spire and a straight-sided body whorl. The coloration is generally whitish or cream, adorned with irregular, blotchy brown or reddish-brown patterns, often forming indistinct bands or patches. It is found in the Western Atlantic, inhabiting sandy or muddy bottoms in shallow to moderately deep waters.
