Conus voluminalis cone snail – Elegant collector's case...

You are bidding on a beautiful shell of Conus voluminalis, in the English-speaking world also known as the Roller Cone or Voluminous Cone. The shell is characterized by its elegant, slim cone shape and a fine, usually light brown to chestnut-brown pattern of stripes and spots on a white background. A fascinating display piece that will enrich any ambitious Conchology collection. Information about the snail Scientific name: Conus voluminalis First describer (author): Lovell Augustus Reeve, 1843 Size range: Adult shells of this species typically reach a length of 30 mm to 72 mm. Features: The shell has a smooth, often glossy surface. The base color ranges from pure white to pale yellowish-white, often traversed by fine horizontal lines and two prominent bands of irregular longitudinal spots. Lifestyle: Like all cone snails, Conus voluminalis is predatory. The animals hunt in the marine substrate, mostly at night, and use highly effective toxins to catch prey. Note: The collector’s object offered here has been thoroughly cleaned, is empty, and absolutely non-toxic. Origin region: Tropical Indo-Pacific. Distribution: The species is widespread and is found in warm waters from the Maldives, through India, down to Western Australia. Common collecting localities also include the shallow sandy bottoms of Southeast Asia (such as the Philippines, Malaysia, and Thailand). Shipping as insured package via DHL Sale and shipping only within the EU SKU Oberdiek conus voluminalis

Estimación:€150

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