Inscribed Cone
NameInscribed Cone
Scientific NameConus inscriptus
Common NameInscribed Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesinscriptus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including East Africa, Madagascar, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines, and parts of Australia.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-70
Identifying FeaturesThe most distinctive feature is the 'inscribed' or 'checkered' pattern of rectangular spots on a light background. It has a typical conical shape and a moderately elevated spire. The aperture is narrow.
Raritycommon
Author CitationReeve, 1843
Description
The Inscribed Cone is a medium-sized marine gastropod shell characterized by its conical shape and distinctive patterned surface. It features a white or cream background adorned with regular, often rectangular or squarish, orange-brown markings arranged in spiral rows, giving it a 'checkered' or 'inscribed' appearance. The spire is moderately elevated, and the shell surface is generally smooth.
