Pontificial Cone
NamePontificial Cone
Scientific NameConasprella pontificalis
Common NamePontificial Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConasprella
Speciespontificalis
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and other Western Pacific islands.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)40
Identifying FeaturesKey identifying features include the pale yellow/cream background, the two distinct dark axial lines, and the conical, smooth shell with a relatively low spire. The white blotches on the shoulder are also characteristic. The animal's foot and siphon are often pale with a reddish tip.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Lamarck, 1810)
Description
A medium-sized, predatory sea snail, commonly known as the Pontificial Cone. Its shell is distinctly conical, smooth, and glossy, characterized by a pale yellow or cream background color. It features two prominent, irregular dark brown to black axial lines running along the body whorl. The spire is relatively low, and the shoulder often displays white blotches or markings.
