Interrupted Cone
NameInterrupted Cone
Scientific NameConus interruptus
Common NameInterrupted Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesinterruptus
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, primarily found off the coast of Mexico (especially the Gulf of California) and Central America.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-60
Identifying FeaturesDistinctive conical shape, low spire, and the characteristic pattern of fine spiral dots combined with irregular, interrupted axial brown blotches. The narrow, straight aperture is also a key feature.
Raritycommon
Author CitationBroderip & Sowerby I, 1829
Description
A medium-sized, conical seashell with a moderately low spire. The shell exhibits a white to cream background adorned with numerous fine spiral rows of reddish-brown or orange-brown dots. Overlaid on this dotted pattern are irregular, often axially elongated, brown blotches or bands, which give the shell its 'interrupted' appearance. The aperture is narrow and extends along the length of the body whorl.
