Benthofascis pseudobiconica facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Benthofascis pseudobiconica |
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| Shell of Benthofascis pseudobiconica (holotype in the MNHN, Paris) | |
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Benthofascis pseudobiconica is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusc in the family Conorbidae.
These snails are predatory and venomous. They are capable of "stinging" humans, therefore live ones should be handled carefully or not at all.
Description
The length of an adult shell varies between 12.8 mm and 42.4 mm, its diameter between 5.7 mm and 14.9 mm.
Distribution
This marine species is endemic to Australia and occurs off Northern Queensland.
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