Bengal Cone
NameBengal Cone
Scientific NameConus bengalensis
Common NameBengal Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesbengalensis
Geographic DistributionPrimarily found in the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea, extending to parts of the Indian Ocean, including off the coasts of India, Bangladesh, Myanmar, and Thailand.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)80-120
Identifying FeaturesKey identifying features include its substantial size, elongated conical form, moderately elevated spire, and most notably, its unique and beautiful dark brown reticulated or tent-like pattern on a white background. The pattern is often described as resembling fine lace or a net.
Rarityrare
Author CitationOkutani, 1968
Description
The Bengal Cone is a large and highly prized marine gastropod, renowned for its striking and intricate shell pattern. It is a deep-water species, making it relatively rare and sought after by collectors. Like other cone snails, it is a venomous predator.
