The Taxonomy of Conidae Fleming, 1822 (Mollusca: Gastropoda) in Sarawak Natural History Museum Collection

This study focuses on the taxonomic study of the gastropod’s family, Conidae, in Sarawak Natural History Museum based on their collection of specimens. A total of 27 specimens were identified where 15 species are found, which are Conus virgo, Conus miles, Conus hyaena, Conus furvus, Conus eburneus, Conus crosnieri, Conus amadis, Conus marmoreus, Conus geographus, Conus guinaicus, Conus lividus, Conus ebraeus, Conus patricius and two unidentified species. A list of species is provided in this study. A dichotomous key is formed according to the specimens found in the museum. It is hoped that this study serves as a basis for further work on gastropod especially family Conidae in Sarawa