Marriage Cone
NameMarriage Cone
Scientific NameConus sponsalis
Common NameMarriage Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciessponsalis
Geographic DistributionPhilippines (and generally widespread in the Indo-Pacific region)
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)17.5
Identifying FeaturesIts classic cone shape, relatively small size, moderately elevated spire, and the characteristic reddish-brown axial flame-like patterns on a light background are key identifying features.
Raritycommon
Author CitationHwass in Bruguière, J.G., 1792
Description
A small, conical marine snail shell, characterized by its broad shoulder, straight-sided body tapering to a narrow base, and a distinctive color pattern of cream or white with irregular reddish-brown axial markings. The spire is moderately elevated.
