Black-end Cone
NameBlack-end Cone
Scientific NameConus ebraeus
Common NameBlack-end Cone, Hebrew Cone, Ebraeus Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesebraeus
Geographic DistributionWidespread throughout the Indo-Pacific region, including the Red Sea, East Africa, Indian Ocean, and Pacific Ocean, extending from Japan to Australia and Hawaii.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)25-60
Identifying FeaturesThe most distinguishing feature is the striking pattern of dark, squarish spots on a light background. The overall conical shape and moderately elevated spire are also characteristic. The aperture is narrow and extends the length of the body whorl.
Raritycommon
Author CitationLinnaeus, 1758
Description
A small to medium-sized cone shell, characterized by its distinctive pattern of dark, somewhat rectangular spots on a white or cream background. The shell is solid and conical, tapering towards the anterior end, with a moderately elevated spire.
