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Conus hieroglyphus

Species of sea snail From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Conus hieroglyphus
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Conus hieroglyphus, common name the hieroglyphic cone, is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Conidae, the cone snails and their allies.[1]

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Like all species within the genus Conus, these snails are predatory and venomous. They are capable of stinging humans, therefore live ones should be handled carefully or not at all.

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Distribution

This marine species occurs off Aruba, the Netherlands Antilles.

Description

The maximum recorded shell length is 23 mm.[2] The white shell shows revolving series of spots and irregular or cloud-like markings of orange, chestnut or chocolate, often forming interrupted bands. The base is grooved. The spire has a single broad sulcus.[3]

Habitat

Minimum recorded depth is 6 m.[2] Maximum recorded depth is 6 m.[2]

References

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