Conus boui
NameConus boui
Scientific NameConus boui
Common NameBou's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesboui
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, specifically known from New Caledonia, Vanuatu, and Fiji.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)Up to approximately 50-60 mm.
Identifying FeaturesGlossy, conical shell with a moderately elevated spire and rounded shoulder. Key identifying features include the distinctive pattern of irregular dark brown axial streaks on an orange-brown background, interrupted by a prominent, irregular white spiral band at the mid-body. The aperture is long and narrow.
Raritycommon
Author CitationS. Kosuge, 1979
Description
A medium-sized, conical marine snail shell, characterized by its glossy surface and distinctive color pattern of orange-brown and white bands. The spire is moderately elevated, and the body whorl tapers towards the siphonal canal. The shell is smooth with fine growth lines.
