Conus striolatus
NameConus striolatus
Scientific NameConus striolatus
Common NameStriolate Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesstriolatus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas from East Africa to the Western Pacific, such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and parts of the Indian Ocean.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)25-50
Identifying FeaturesConical shell with a moderately low spire and angled shoulder. The most distinguishing feature is the color pattern of irregular white and brown blotches combined with fine, dotted spiral lines. The aperture is narrow and straight.
Raritycommon
Author CitationGray, 1834
Description
A small to medium-sized cone shell, characterized by its conical shape, moderately low spire, and straight-sided body whorl. The shell surface is generally smooth. The color pattern consists of irregular white to cream patches and blotches on a background of various shades of brown, orange-brown, or yellowish-brown. Distinctive fine spiral lines of dark brown dots or dashes are visible, especially on the lower body whorl and sometimes on the spire. The aperture is narrow.
