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Created 5/31/2026

Family Conidae

INDO-PACIFIC

Conus pennaceus



Unusual fine tented form from Japan

FEATHERED CONE  

Common in sand under rocks in shallow water.  Body whorl gently convex with obsolete spiral striae, shoulder rounded, color, pattern, and shell shape varies among individuals.  Attains 3.5 inches, 88 mm.  Red Sea to Japan and the Society Islands, excluding Hawaii.