Conus ammiralis Linneaus, 1758
Admiral cone
Conus ammiralis
photo by Coltro, Marcus

Family:  Conidae (cone shells), subfamily: Coninae
Max. size:  8 cm SHH (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 42 - 68 m
Distribution:  Pacific Ocean.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits areas near coral reefs (Ref. 799).
IUCN Red List Status: (LC); Date assessed: 26 October 2011 Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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