Conus aurisiacus
NameConus aurisiacus
Scientific NameConus aurisiacus
Common NameGold-banded Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesaurisiacus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and other Western Pacific islands.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)40
Identifying FeaturesThe most prominent identifying features are its distinctive orange-brown coloration with fine white spiral lines and scattered black spots/dashes. The moderately elevated, stepped spire and the straight-sided body whorl are also key characteristics.
Raritycommon
Author CitationHwass in Bruguière, 1792
Description
A striking medium-sized cone shell, characterized by its conical shape and vibrant color pattern. The shell features a moderately elevated, stepped spire and a smooth, straight-sided body whorl that tapers towards the anterior end. Its surface is adorned with a distinctive pattern of orange-brown to reddish-brown background color, overlaid with numerous fine, white spiral lines and irregular black spots or dashes arranged in spiral rows. The aperture is long, narrow, and typically white internally.
