Conus boavistensis
NameConus boavistensis
Scientific NameConus boavistensis
Common NameBoa Vista Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesboavistensis
Geographic DistributionEndemic to the waters around Boa Vista Island, Cape Verde.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)Not determinable from the image without a scale.
Identifying FeaturesIts conical shape, moderately elevated spire with an angled shoulder, and the distinctive pattern of irregular white blotches on an olive-brown background are key identifying features. Fine spiral grooves are present on the anterior portion of the shell.
Description
A moderately sized, conical shell with a relatively straight-sided body whorl and a moderately elevated spire. The surface is smooth but features fine spiral grooves towards the anterior end. It exhibits a striking pattern of irregular white or cream-colored blotches and axial streaks over an olive-brown to dark brown background.
