Lettered Cone
Conus litteratus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 17 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
A heavy, finely lettered cone shell, it lives on coral rubble and sand down to about 30 metres. Like all cones it kills prey with a venomous harpoon tooth, so a live one is best left unhandled.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Conidae › Conus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 215522.
FAQ
- How deep does the Lettered Cone live?
- The Lettered Cone (Conus litteratus) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Lettered Cone dangerous to divers?
- The Lettered Cone is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Lettered Cone get?
- The Lettered Cone grows to about 17 cm.