Cox's Cone
NameCox's Cone
Scientific NameConus coxeni
Common NameCox's Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciescoxeni
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and Queensland, Australia.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesClassic conical shape, low spire, and fine spiral lines visible across the shell surface, particularly towards the base and on the spire. The overall pale, often subtly patterned, coloration is characteristic.
Raritycommon
Author CitationE. A. Smith, 1877
Description
A predatory marine gastropod, commonly known as Cox's Cone, characterized by its conical shell shape and variable color patterns. This specimen displays a pale yellowish-cream coloration with subtle banding. It is typically found in the Indo-Pacific region.
