Conus arafurensis
NameConus arafurensis
Scientific NameConus arafurensis
Common NameArafura Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesarafurensis
Geographic DistributionFound in the Arafura Sea and surrounding waters, including parts of Indonesia and northern Australia.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)40-70
Identifying FeaturesConical shape with a moderately elevated, stepped spire and angled shoulder. Distinctive color pattern of white/cream with irregular orange-brown blotches. Prominent spiral rows of dark dots/dashes across the body whorl. Narrow, elongated aperture.
Raritycommon
Author CitationRöckel, 1986
Description
A marine gastropod shell, *Conus arafurensis*, characterized by its conical shape, moderately elevated and stepped spire, and angled shoulder. The shell surface is predominantly white or cream, adorned with irregular, axial blotches of orange-brown or yellowish-brown. A distinctive feature is the presence of numerous fine, closely spaced spiral lines composed of dark brown dots or dashes that cover the entire body whorl. The aperture is narrow and elongated, with a pale interior.
