Conus omaria Hwass, 1792
Omaria cone
photo by Coltro, Marcus

Family:  Conidae (cone shells), subfamily: Coninae
Max. size:  8.6 cm SHL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthic; marine
Distribution:  Western Central Pacific.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Common in shallow intertidal areas with sandy substrates (Ref. 128042).
IUCN Red List Status: (LC); Date assessed: 27 October 2011 Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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