Princely Cone
Conus aulicus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 16–50 m
- Max size: 14.8 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
This cone snail hunts in shallow water near coral reefs, gliding over the bottom between about sixteen and fifty metres. Like its relatives it fires a venom loaded harpoon to subdue prey, so handling the living animal is never wise even though it poses no deliberate threat.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Conidae › Conus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 215471.
FAQ
- How deep does the Princely Cone live?
- The Princely Cone (Conus aulicus) is typically found at 16–50 m.
- Is the Princely Cone dangerous to divers?
- The Princely Cone is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Princely Cone get?
- The Princely Cone grows to about 14.8 cm.