Conus ceruttii
NameConus ceruttii
Scientific NameConus ceruttii
Common NameCerutti's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesceruttii
Geographic DistributionNot specified in metadata or image.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)Not determinable from image.
Identifying FeaturesElongated conical shape, smooth and glossy surface, uniform pale pink/lavender coloration, moderately elevated and stepped spire, and a long, narrow aperture. The base exhibits distinct spiral ridges.
Dietcarnivore
Author CitationNot specified in metadata.
Description
A medium-sized, elongated conical shell, characterized by its smooth, glossy surface and uniform pale pink to lavender coloration. The spire is moderately elevated and stepped, with distinct whorls. The body whorl is straight-sided, tapering towards the anterior end, and features faint spiral growth lines and more prominent spiral ridges near the base. The aperture is long and narrow.
