Molluscs - Prosobranchs

Family:  Conidae  
SURG Catalogue Number:  PROS0052
Genus:  Conus
, Conidae Conus capitaneus
Species:  capitaneus
Distribution:  Not especially common in the SIMP. Generally Indo West Pacific from North West Cape in WA to eastern QLD and northern NSW.
Ecological Notes:  Frequents coral habitat.
Additional Notes:  see PROS0052-1 Photograph shows animal extending its foot to right itself..
Photographer:  I Shaw Date:  29/12/97 Location:  Nth Solitary Is. Depth:  18m
 
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