Conus chytreus
NameConus chytreus
Scientific NameConus chytreus
Common NameChytreus Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Specieschytreus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and Papua New Guinea.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-60
Identifying FeaturesThe most prominent identifying feature is the bold, regular, broad banding pattern of dark brown/black and white. Its conical shape, moderately low spire, and smooth, glossy surface are also characteristic.
Raritycommon
Author CitationCrosse, 1865
Description
Conus chytreus is a species of predatory sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Conidae. Its shell is characterized by a striking pattern of broad, alternating dark brown to black and white or cream bands. The shell is conical in shape with a moderately low spire and a smooth, glossy surface. The aperture is long and narrow, typical of cone snails.
