Benthofascis biconica facts for kids
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Benthofascis biconica is a type of sea snail. It is a marine gastropod, which means it's a kind of mollusk that lives in the ocean. This snail belongs to the family Conorbidae.
These snails are predators, meaning they hunt other animals for food. They are also venomous. This means they can "sting" humans. Because of this, you should never touch a live Benthofascis biconica. Always be very careful if you see one.
About the Snail's Shell
The shell of an adult Benthofascis biconica can be between 20 mm and 42 mm long. That's about the length of a small paperclip to a large button! The widest part of the shell is usually around 8 mm across.
The shell is strong and shaped like two cones joined at their bases. This is called a biconical shape. It has a slight angle near the top, like a shoulder. The shell has more than six whorls. A whorl is one complete spiral turn of the shell.
The shell's color is often a flesh-like tint. Below the "shoulder," the shell has many fine grooves that spiral around it. These grooves are crossed by curved lines, which show how the shell grew over time. Above the shoulder, the grooves are wider and fewer.
The opening of the shell is called the aperture. It is quite narrow. The part of the shell near the opening, called the outer lip, curves forward. The central pillar inside the shell, known as the columella, has an angle in the middle. It also spreads out broadly with a small fold near the front.
Where These Snails Live
This marine snail lives only in Australia. You can find it off the coast of New South Wales.
