Conus blatteus
NameConus blatteus
Scientific NameConus blatteus
Common NameBlatteus Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesblatteus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)50-70
Identifying FeaturesElongated, narrowly conical shell; moderately elevated spire; smooth body whorl; distinctive reddish-brown and white axial blotchy pattern.
Raritycommon
Author CitationKiener, 1845
Description
A medium-sized, narrowly conical marine gastropod shell, characterized by its elongated shape and distinctive color pattern. The shell features a moderately elevated, pointed spire and a smooth body whorl that tapers towards the anterior end. The aperture is long and narrow. Its coloration consists of a warm reddish-brown or orange-brown base with irregular, axial streaks and blotches of creamy white or pale yellow, creating a mottled appearance.
