Conus archiepiscopus
NameConus archiepiscopus
Scientific NameConus archiepiscopus
Common NameArchbishop Cone, Episcopal Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesarchiepicopus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and parts of the Indian Ocean.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)60
Identifying FeaturesDistinctive reticulated pattern of dark lines on a light background, conical shape, moderately elevated spire, and smooth, glossy surface. The pattern resembles a fine mesh or network.
Raritycommon
Author CitationHwass in Bruguière, 1792
Description
A medium to large-sized cone shell, characterized by its conical shape, moderately elevated spire, and a distinctive reticulated pattern of dark brown or black lines forming irregular white or pale blue patches across the body whorl. The shell surface is smooth and glossy, and the aperture is narrow and white.
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