Conus bessei
NameConus bessei
Scientific NameConus bessei
Common NameBesse's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesbessei
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-50 mm, commonly around 30-40 mm.
Identifying FeaturesIts most striking identifying feature is the unique, highly irregular, flame-like or wavy axial pattern of white on an orange-brown ground. The moderately elevated, stepped spire and overall conical shape are also characteristic. The aperture is narrow.
Raritycommon
Author CitationPetuch, 1992
Description
A medium-sized, conical marine gastropod shell, characterized by its glossy surface and a distinctive pattern of irregular, wavy white markings on an orange-yellow to reddish-brown background. It has a moderately elevated, stepped spire.
