Conus brettinghami
NameConus brettinghami
Scientific NameConus brettinghami
Common NameBrettingham's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesbrettinghami
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including the Philippines, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-60 mm
Identifying FeaturesIts characteristic uniform yellowish-brown color, moderately elevated and stepped spire, angled shoulder, and smooth body whorl with fine spiral striations at the base are key identifiers. The white aperture interior is also notable.
Raritycommon
Author CitationCoomans, 1965
Description
A medium-sized, conical marine gastropod shell, characterized by its uniform yellowish-brown coloration, a moderately elevated and stepped spire, and a smooth body whorl with fine spiral grooves towards the base. The aperture is long and narrow, with a white interior.
