The Count of Monte Cristo

What does the author's use of the phrase a conical pile rising from the indigo sea convey?

"Do you see that island?" continued the captain, pointing to a conical pile rising from the indigo sea.

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Last updated by Cat on 20 Jun 19:57

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Answered by Cat on 20 Jun 19:57

The Captain is talking to Franz. Franz was unsuccessful at hunting on Porto-Ferrajo. The Captain points at the "The Island of Monte Cristo." He says there would be better hunting there.