Virrocone Snails [Virroconus]

Description

Virroconus is a genus of cone snails within the family Conidae, which are distinguished by their small to medium-sized, often vibrantly colored and patterned shells. These snails are found in various marine environments, from shallow reefs to deeper waters. They are predatory, using a venomous harpoon to immobilize prey, typically small fish, mollusks, and marine worms. The genus is characterized by its distinctive shell patterns, which often feature complex arrays of spots, bands, and zigzag lines.

Species

Polished Virrocone Snail [Vexillum (Costellaria) nitidum]

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Striped Virrocone Snail [Vexillum (Costellaria) striatum]

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Golden Virrocone Snail [Vexillum (Costellaria) aureum]

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Taxonomy