Conus bocagei
NameConus bocagei
Scientific NameConus bocagei
Common NameBocage's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesbocagei
Geographic DistributionKnown from the waters off West Africa, particularly Angola.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesConical shape, yellowish-tan ground color with irregular dark reddish-brown axial markings, and distinct spiral rows of fine dark dots/dashes. The spire is moderately elevated.
Dietcarnivore
Raritycommon
Author CitationPeñas & Rolán, 2010
Description
A medium-sized cone shell, characterized by its conical shape and distinctive color pattern. The shell is generally smooth, tapering towards the anterior end, with a moderately elevated spire. Its coloration consists of a yellowish-tan to olive-brown ground color overlaid with irregular dark reddish-brown axial streaks and blotches, and fine spiral rows of darker dots or dashes across the entire body whorl.
