Conasprella raoulensis facts for kids
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Conasprella raoulensis is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Conidae, the cone snails and their allies.
Like all species within the genus Conasprella, these cone snails are predatory and venomous. They are capable of "stinging" humans, therefore live ones should be handled carefully or not at all.
Description
The size of the shell varies between 16 mm and 22 mm.
Distribution
This marine species is endemic to New Zealand, occurring off Norfolk Island and the Kermadec Islands.
See also
In Spanish: Conasprella raoulensis para niños
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