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Conus bahamensis

Conus bahamensis

NameConus bahamensis
Scientific NameConus bahamensis
Common NameBahamas Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesbahamensis
Geographic DistributionEndemic to the Bahamas.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesUniform pale yellow to cream color; moderately elevated, distinctly stepped spire; smooth body whorl with fine growth lines; distinct spiral grooves on the lower part of the body whorl/base; narrow aperture.
Rarityrare
Author CitationClench, 1942

Description

A medium-sized, conical marine gastropod shell, characterized by its uniform pale yellow to cream coloration and a moderately elevated, distinctly stepped spire. The body whorl is smooth, tapering towards the base, which features distinct spiral grooves. The aperture is narrow and elongated.

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