Conus athenae
NameConus athenae
Scientific NameConus athenae
Common NameAthena's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesathenae
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including regions such as the Philippines, Solomon Islands, and Papua New Guinea.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-60
Identifying FeaturesModerately elevated, stepped spire with visible growth lines and occasional brown markings. The body whorl is smooth to slightly nodulose on the upper half, becoming distinctly spirally grooved towards the base. It possesses a long, narrow, and straight aperture.
Raritycommon
Author CitationFilmer, 2011
Description
A medium-sized, conical marine gastropod shell with a moderately elevated, stepped spire. The body whorl is smooth to slightly nodulose on the upper part, transitioning to distinct spiral grooves towards the anterior end. The shell exhibits a base color of cream to pale yellowish-brown, often with irregular whitish bands or blotches. The aperture is long, narrow, and straight.
