Crowned Cone
Conus coronatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 4.8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A small cone snail of reefs and mossy rocks, the crowned cone grows to only about 5 centimetres and lives between the low tide line and 20 metres. Like all cones it hunts with a hollow harpoon tooth loaded with venom, so it is best admired and not handled.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Conidae › Conus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 215446.
FAQ
- How deep does the Crowned Cone live?
- The Crowned Cone (Conus coronatus) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Crowned Cone dangerous to divers?
- The Crowned Cone is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Crowned Cone get?
- The Crowned Cone grows to about 4.8 cm.