Diadem Cone
NameDiadem Cone
Scientific NameConus diadema
Common NameDiadem Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesdiadema
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea and Western Indian Ocean.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-60
Identifying FeaturesKey features include its conical shape, broad shoulder, nodulose spire, uniform orange-brown body color, and the characteristic purplish-pink interior of the aperture. The shell surface is typically smooth and glossy.
Raritycommon
Author CitationSowerby I, 1834
Description
A medium-sized, conical seashell characterized by its broad, angled shoulder and an elevated, stepped spire adorned with distinct nodules. The body whorl is generally smooth and glossy, tapering towards the siphonal canal. The shell exhibits a warm, uniform orange-brown coloration, and its long, narrow aperture reveals a striking purplish-pink interior.
