Papilla Cone
Conus papilliferus
Conus papilliferus, common name the papilla cone, is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Conidae, the cone snails and their allies.p
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Description
The shell of Conus papilliferus is relatively small to medium-sized, with adult shells varying in size between 20 mm and 50 mm. The shell is characterized by its conical shape and intricate patterns. The coloration of the shell can vary, but it typically features a combination of light and dark hues that provide camouflage against the seabed. The aperture is narrow, and the outer lip is thin and slightly flared.
Range & habitat
This marine species is endemic to Australia and occurs in the shallow subtidal zone off New South Wales, Queensland and Victoria.
Wikipedia: “Distribution”
Where it lives
Recorded sightings
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This page is assembled live from iNaturalist, GBIF, Wikipedia, the Source Library and the Internet Archive. It is not yet part of the hand-edited codex. iNaturalist taxon 353759.