Conus sahlbergi
NameConus sahlbergi
Scientific NameConus sahlbergi
Common NameSahlberg's Cone Snail
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciessahlbergi
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and other parts of the Western Pacific.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-40 mm (can occasionally reach up to 50 mm)
Identifying FeaturesDistinctive conical shape, yellowish-white background with irregular dark brown/reddish-brown axial markings, and a relatively low spire. The pattern is a key identifier for this species within the Conus genus.
Raritycommon
Author CitationDa Motta & Harland, 1986
Description
A medium-sized cone snail, characterized by its classic conical shell shape. The shell in the image displays a yellowish-white to cream background color, adorned with distinctive dark brown or reddish-brown axial streaks and blotches, particularly prominent on the shoulder and body whorl. Fainter spiral bands of darker coloration may also be present. The spire is relatively low, and the aperture appears white. The specimen is observed on a sandy and rubbly seafloor.
