Size

Shell length: 10-25cm

Recognition Characters

Somewhat spindle-shaped, large, with a low, conical spire and a large body whorl with strong triangular knobs.

Color

Grayish-white to pale grayish-brown with dark axial streaks.

Habitat & Depth

On sand, in shallow depths to water 6-12 feet deep, also dredged in water to 15 feet or more deep.

Distribution at GRNMS

Rare.

Geographic Range

Cape Cod, Mass. To Cape Canaveral, FL

Behavior & Notes

Synonyms

References

Rehder 1981