Re: venomous California Cone Snail (Conus californicus)



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Posted by Ed on April 02, 2004 at 05:05:03:

In Reply to: Re: venomous California Cone Snail (Conus californicus) posted by John M. on February 13, 2004 at 14:05:17:

This species of cone shell has a radular tooth (the venom dart) that is too small to penetrate human skin. Still, I wouldn't want to test it! I have seen the snails catch and kill small fish (1.5 inches) when in the same container together. This indicates that the venom could be dangerous to humans.


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