About Conus flavidus Lamarck, 1810
The body whorl of Conus flavidus has finely beaded spiral cords that are stronger toward the anterior end. The sides of the body whorl are nearly straight, and the inner shell is purple. The shoulder of the shell is smooth. The maximum recorded shell length of this species is 7.5 cm, and most individuals grow to a common maximum length of 4 cm. Shell color ranges from yellowish to orange-brown, with a faint lighter band located below the shoulder and another across the middle of the shell. The shell is encircled by ridged striae that are sometimes nearly absent on the upper portion. The base of the shell has a purple stain. The aperture is orange or violet, with a distinct white band running through its center. This species feeds mainly on small coral reef fishes. This marine species is found in the Red Sea, has a wide distribution across the Indo-Pacific region, and also occurs off the coasts of Australia's Northern Territory, Queensland, and Western Australia. It is common in reef areas, and typically hides under boulders and corals during the day. It can be found in intertidal and shallow sublittoral zones, down to a depth of approximately 10 meters.
