Conus nucleus
NameConus nucleus
Scientific NameConus nucleus
Common NameNucleus Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesnucleus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, ranging from East Africa to the Philippines and Solomon Islands.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-70 mm
Identifying FeaturesSlender, elongated conical shape; glossy surface; rounded shoulder; distinctive orange-brown base color with irregular white blotches; pale purplish aperture interior; moderately tall, stepped spire.
Raritycommon
Author CitationReeve, 1843
Description
A moderately large, elongated-conical seashell with a glossy surface. The spire is moderately elevated and slightly stepped, while the body whorl is smooth and tapers towards the anterior end. The aperture is long and narrow. The shell exhibits a rich orange-brown to reddish-brown base color, adorned with irregular, often axially elongated, white or pale yellowish blotches, particularly prominent on the shoulder and mid-body. The interior of the aperture is a pale purplish-pink or lavender.
