Conus armadillo
NameConus armadillo
Scientific NameConus armadillo
Common NameArmadillo Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesarmadillo
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas like the Philippines and Solomon Islands.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-60
Identifying FeaturesIts elongated conical shape, moderately elevated and slightly stepped spire, and the very characteristic reddish-brown reticulated pattern resembling an armadillo's scales on a white background are key identifying features.
Raritycommon
Author CitationShikama, 1971
Description
A medium-sized, elongated conical seashell with a distinctive reticulated pattern. The shell features a moderately elevated, slightly stepped spire and a straight-sided body whorl. The aperture is long and narrow, typical of the genus Conus.
