General Cone
NameGeneral Cone
Scientific NameConus generalis Linnaeus, 1767
Common NameGeneral Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesgeneralis
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including East Africa, the Red Sea, Indian Ocean, and Western Pacific.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)40-90
Identifying FeaturesIts conical shape, moderately elevated spire, and the characteristic pattern of broad, irregular dark brown axial bands on a light background are key identifying features. The smooth body whorl and angulate shoulder are also typical.
Raritycommon
Author CitationLinnaeus, 1767
Description
A medium-sized, conical seashell characterized by its distinctive pattern of broad, irregular, dark brown axial bands or blotches on a white or cream background. The spire is moderately elevated, and the aperture is narrow and white.
