Conus beatrix facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Conus beatrix |
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| Apertural and abapertural views of shell of Conus beatrix Tenorio, M.J., G.T. Poppe & S. Tagaro, 2007 | |
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Conus beatrix is a type of sea snail. It is a marine gastropod mollusk. This snail belongs to the family called Conidae. This family is also known as the cone snails.
About the Conus beatrix Snail
Like all species in the Conus group, these snails are predators. This means they hunt other animals for food. They are also poisonous. Cone snails can "sting" humans. Because of this, you should never touch a live cone snail. It is very important to be careful around them.
Many other snails in the ocean are afraid of Conus beatrix. This is because very few other species can sting back. The cone snail's venom makes it a strong hunter in its underwater home.
Where Does Conus beatrix Live?
Conus beatrix snails live only in the seas around the Philippines. They are found in the warm waters of this island nation.
Images for kids
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A beautiful Conus beatrix seashell.
See also
In Spanish: Conus beatrix para niños
