Conasprella verrucosa
NameConasprella verrucosa
Scientific NameConasprella verrucosa
Common NameWarty Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConasprella
Speciesverrucosa
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea and extending across the Indian Ocean to the western Pacific Ocean.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesConical shell shape; distinctive warty or granular surface texture (verrucose); low spire; long, narrow aperture; white to cream base color. The texture is a key distinguishing feature.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Hwass in Bruguière, 1792)
Description
A small to medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its conical shape and a distinctly warty or granular surface texture, especially on the body whorl. The shell is predominantly white or off-white, often appearing speckled with darker sediment or natural markings. It features a moderately low spire and a long, narrow aperture. The surface can be somewhat dull rather than glossy.
