mud cone
Namemud cone
Scientific NameConasprella moreleti (Crosse, 1858)
Common Namemud cone, Morelet's cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConasprella
Speciesmoreleti
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, and various Pacific islands.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)45
Identifying FeaturesIts distinctive pattern of irregular brown blotches on a light background, combined with its conical shape, smooth and glossy surface, and relatively low, slightly stepped spire. The aperture is long and narrow.
Raritycommon
Author CitationCrosse, 1858
Description
A medium-sized, conical marine gastropod shell, characterized by its smooth, glossy surface and a relatively low, slightly stepped spire. The body whorl is broad at the shoulder, tapering towards the anterior end. The aperture is long and narrow.
