Gaillard Cone Snail [Conus gaillardoti]
Description
This species is a type of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk, specifically a cone snail. It can be recognized by its small size, usually not exceeding 20 mm, and its brown and white coloration. The shell is typically smooth and conical in shape. This species is found in the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, where it inhabits shallow waters and coral reefs. It is a nocturnal predator, using a specialized radula tooth to inject venom into its prey.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Neogastropoda
Neogastropoda
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| Family |
Cones
Conidae
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| Genus |
Gaillard Cone Snails
Gaillardiconus
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