scarlet-spotted cone
Namescarlet-spotted cone
Scientific NameConus coccineus
Common Namescarlet-spotted cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Speciescoccineus
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas like the Philippines, Indonesia, and various Pacific islands.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)30-60
Identifying FeaturesIts characteristic conical shape, broad shoulder, low spire, and the distinctive scarlet or reddish-orange mottled pattern on a lighter background are key identifying features. The aperture is narrow and extends the length of the shell.
Raritycommon
Author CitationGmelin, 1791
Description
A medium-sized, conical seashell found on sandy substrates in tropical marine environments. The shell exhibits a distinctive pattern of reddish-orange or brown blotches and spots on a lighter, often creamy or pale orange background. Its shape is typical of cone snails, with a broad shoulder and a relatively low spire, tapering towards the anterior end.
