Conasprella tornata
NameConasprella tornata
Scientific NameConasprella tornata
Common NameTornate Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConasprella
Speciestornata
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, ranging from the Gulf of California (Mexico) southwards along the coast of Central and South America to Peru.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesKey identifying features include its elongated conical profile, the moderately elevated spire, and the characteristic pattern of reddish-brown blotches combined with spiral rows of fine dots on a cream background. The aperture is narrow and straight.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Sowerby I, 1833)
Description
A small to medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its elongated conical shape and distinctive color pattern. The shell exhibits a moderately elevated, pointed spire and a relatively straight-sided body whorl that tapers towards the anterior end. The surface is smooth with fine spiral lines, and the aperture is narrow and straight.
