Rio Cone
NameRio Cone
Scientific NameConus regius
Common NameRio Cone, Royal Cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciesregius
Geographic DistributionWestern Atlantic Ocean, including the Caribbean Sea, Gulf of Mexico, and the coast of Brazil.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)Ranges from approximately 40 mm to 80 mm, with some specimens reaching up to 100 mm.
Identifying FeaturesIts distinctive conical shape, low spire, and the characteristic pattern of irregular white blotches on an orange-brown background, often forming interrupted spiral bands. The shell surface is generally smooth, with fine spiral grooves near the anterior end.
Raritycommon
Author CitationGmelin, 1791
Description
A moderately large and heavy conical seashell, characterized by its straight-sided body whorl and a low, slightly stepped spire. The aperture is long and narrow. The shell displays a vibrant and intricate pattern of orange-brown to reddish-brown with irregular white blotches and bands.
