Conus nimbosus facts for kids
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The Conus nimbosus, also known as the stormy cone, is a type of sea snail. It's a marine gastropod, which means it's a snail that lives in the ocean. This snail belongs to the Conidae family, often called cone snails.
Like all cone snails, Conus nimbosus is a predatory animal. This means it hunts and eats other creatures. These snails are also venomous. Their sting can be harmful to humans. Because of this, it's very important to be careful around them. You should avoid touching live cone snails.
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About the Stormy Cone Snail
What Does the Stormy Cone Look Like?
The shell of an adult Conus nimbosus can be between 33 millimeters (about 1.3 inches) and 65 millimeters (about 2.5 inches) long. The shell is quite smooth. Its color is usually a rosy or purplish-white.
It often has two light brown bands. These bands are covered with many small, dark brown dots. The main part of the shell has many grooves that go around it. The top part of the shell, called the spire, is rather flat. Its very tip, the apex, is a grayish-white color.
Where Does the Stormy Cone Live?
This snail lives in the Indian Ocean. You can find it near countries like Mozambique, Madagascar, the Seychelles, India, and Sri Lanka. It also lives in the Pacific Ocean. Here, it is found near Papua New Guinea, Vanuatu, and Samoa.
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A stormy cone snail shell.
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Another view of the Conus nimbosus shell.
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A third example of the Conus nimbosus shell.
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A subspecies called Conus nimbosus nanoclarus.
