Yellow Pacific Cone

Conus flavidus

Yellow Pacific Cone

A cone snail of shallow sandy reef flats, the yellow Pacific cone shelters under boulders and coral by day and hunts at night. It fires a venom tipped harpoon to subdue small reef fish, a weapon best admired from a distance even though this species is rated harmless to people.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Conidae › Conus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 215518.

FAQ

How deep does the Yellow Pacific Cone live?
The Yellow Pacific Cone (Conus flavidus) is typically found at 0–10 m.
Is the Yellow Pacific Cone dangerous to divers?
The Yellow Pacific Cone is harmless to divers.
How big does the Yellow Pacific Cone get?
The Yellow Pacific Cone grows to about 7.5 cm.