Conus portobeloensis
NameConus portobeloensis
Scientific NameConus portobeloensis
Common NamePortobelo Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesportobeloensis
Geographic DistributionCaribbean Sea, specifically known from the waters off Portobelo, Panama.
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)25-40
Identifying FeaturesConical shell with a moderately high spire. Distinctive color pattern of orange-brown axial streaks and blotches on a white/cream background. Narrow aperture and sharp outer lip. The pattern is somewhat variable but generally consists of broken axial flames.
Author CitationPetuch, 1990
Description
A medium-sized marine gastropod shell, characterized by its conical shape and moderately elevated spire. The shell's surface is smooth, and its coloration consists of a white to cream background overlaid with distinctive irregular orange to reddish-brown axial streaks and blotches. These patterns often form two somewhat indistinct spiral bands on the body whorl. The aperture is narrow, and the outer lip is sharp.
