Conus brianoi
NameConus brianoi
Scientific NameConus brianoi
Common NameBriano's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesbrianoi
Geographic DistributionWestern Indian Ocean, specifically off the coast of Somalia.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-60 mm
Identifying FeaturesDistinctive bright orange/yellow-orange and white blotched pattern; moderately elevated, stepped spire; fine spiral grooves and granular ridges on the spire; smooth to faintly sculptured body whorl with fine spiral lines and small nodules towards the base; narrow, elongated aperture.
Rarityrare
Author CitationBozzetti, 2001
Description
A medium-sized, conical marine gastropod shell, characterized by its striking pattern of irregular, bright orange or yellow-orange blotches and bands on a creamy white background. The spire is moderately elevated and stepped, with fine spiral grooves and granular ridges. The body whorl is smooth to finely sculptured with faint spiral lines and and small nodules, especially towards the base. The aperture is narrow and elongated.
