Virgin Cone
Conus virgo
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 1–30 m
- Max size: 15.1 cm
- For divers: safe
- IUCN status: LC
The virgin cone is a smooth, pale cone snail of shallow muddy bottoms down to about 30 metres, reaching some 15 centimetres. Like all cones it kills its prey with a venom loaded harpoon tooth, though this species takes worms and is harmless to handle with care.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Conidae › Conus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 215569.
FAQ
- How deep does the Virgin Cone live?
- The Virgin Cone (Conus virgo) is typically found at 1–30 m.
- Is the Virgin Cone dangerous to divers?
- The Virgin Cone is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Virgin Cone get?
- The Virgin Cone grows to about 15.1 cm.