Wood's brown cone
NameWood's brown cone
Scientific NameConus woodwardi
Common NameWood's brown cone
FamilyConidae
GenusConus
Specieswoodwardi
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including the Philippines, Solomon Islands, and Papua New Guinea.
Habitatsubtidal
Shell Shapeconical
Average Size (mm)45
Identifying FeaturesDistinctive reddish-brown coloration with contrasting white blotches. Classic conical shape with a moderately high spire. The shell surface may appear somewhat glossy.
Raritycommon
Author CitationWalls, 1978
Description
A medium-sized, conical shell with a moderately elevated spire. The shell surface is generally smooth but may exhibit fine growth lines. The aperture is narrow and extends the length of the body whorl. The coloration is predominantly reddish-brown with irregular white blotches and bands, particularly noticeable on the shoulder and lower body whorl. The interior of the aperture is a pale purplish-white.
