Conus marielae
NameConus marielae
Scientific NameConus marielae
Common NameMariela's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesmarielae
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including the Philippines, Solomon Islands, and Papua New Guinea.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-60
Identifying FeaturesThe distinctive pattern of irregular orange-red blotches on a white background, combined with its conical shape, moderately elevated spire, and angulate shoulder. Fine, often granular, spiral ridges are present on the body whorl, particularly towards the base.
Rarityrare
Author CitationRehder & Wilson, 1975
Description
A medium-sized, conical seashell with a moderately elevated spire and an angulate shoulder. The shell exhibits a white to cream ground color adorned with irregular orange to reddish-brown blotches and spots, often arranged in axial streaks or spiral bands. Fine spiral grooves are visible across the body whorl. The aperture is narrow and white.
