Conus pulicarius Hwass, 1792 Flea-bitten cone |
photo by
Coltro, Marcus |
Family: | Conidae (cone shells), subfamily: Coninae | |||
Max. size: | 7.5 cm SHL (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | benthic; marine; depth range 1 - 52 m | |||
Distribution: | Pacific Ocean. | |||
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Biology: | Inhabits shallow sandy areas (Ref. 799), in the intertidal zone (Ref. 128042). Also found in reef areas of lagoons (Ref. 97298). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | (LC); Date assessed: 10 July 2011 Ref. 123251) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
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