Conus martinianus
NameConus martinianus
Scientific NameConus martinianus
Common NameMartin's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesmartinianus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30
Identifying FeaturesConical shape, dark purplish-brown base color with distinctive white/yellowish mottling and flecks, and a purplish aperture. The spire can be somewhat stepped.
Raritycommon
Author CitationReeve, 1844
Description
A medium-sized, predatory marine gastropod, commonly known as Martin's Cone. Its shell is typically conical with a moderately broad shoulder and a low to moderately elevated spire. The coloration is often a striking dark reddish-brown to purplish-brown, frequently adorned with irregular white or yellowish blotches, streaks, or flecks, particularly on the body whorl and shoulder. The aperture is usually purplish.
