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Conus corallinus

Conus corallinus

NameConus corallinus
Scientific NameConus corallinus
Common NameCoral Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciescorallinus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including regions such as the Philippines and Indonesia.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-50
Identifying FeaturesConical shape, smooth surface, characteristic orange-yellow and white blotchy pattern, moderately elevated spire, and a pale purple tint within the aperture.
Raritycommon
Author CitationKiener, 1845

Description

A medium-sized, conical marine gastropod shell, characterized by its smooth, tapering body whorl and moderately elevated spire. The shell exhibits a base color of orange-yellow to light orange, adorned with irregular white or pale cream patches, and a whitish to pale purple aperture interior.

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