Conus namocanus
NameConus namocanus
Scientific NameConus namocanus
Common NameNamocanus Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesnamocanus
Geographic DistributionKnown from Zanzibar, indicating an Indo-Pacific distribution.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)88.2
Identifying FeaturesDistinctive conical shape with a broad shoulder and stepped spire. The specific pattern of fine, wavy spiral lines in reddish-brown to orange-brown over a lighter base, combined with irregular blotches, is characteristic. The size of 88.2 mm is also a key feature for this particular specimen.
Author CitationHwass in Bruguière, J.G., 1792
Description
A medium to large-sized cone shell, characterized by its classic conical shape with a broad shoulder and a moderately elevated, stepped spire. The shell surface is generally smooth but exhibits fine spiral striations. The aperture is long and narrow. This specimen displays a creamy white to pale yellowish-brown background adorned with numerous fine, wavy, reddish-brown to orange-brown spiral lines, often interrupted or forming irregular blotches, particularly on the shoulder.
