How big is the Mediterranean cone?

Mediterranean cone (Conus ventricosus) reaches 2–5 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Mediterranean cone?

Mediterranean cone is found between 0–50 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Mediterranean cone?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Mediterranean cone?

Found in: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean.

Mediterranean cone (Conus ventricosus)

Key facts

Scientific name: Conus ventricosus
Common name: Mediterranean cone
Category: Molluscs
Family: Conidae
Genus: Conus
Size: 2–5 cm
Depth: 0–50 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Venomous
Habitats: rocky, sand
Behaviours: predator, nocturnal
Ocean zones: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean

Description

Conus ventricosus is the only Conidae in the Mediterranean, conical shell of 2 to 5 cm, beige with irregular brown patterns. Predator of worms and small mollusks: fires a harpoon-like radula injecting a potent venom. Human stings are rare but potentially dangerous. Lives under rocks and in sand from 0 to 50 m. Never pick up bare-handed.

Photo of Mediterranean cone

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Mediterranean cone?: Mediterranean cone (Conus ventricosus) reaches 2–5 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Mediterranean cone?: Mediterranean cone is found between 0–50 m deep.
Is the Mediterranean cone dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Venomous.
What is the conservation status of the Mediterranean cone?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Mediterranean cone?: Found in: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean.

Other species in the genus Conus

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 428401)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 5795736)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia