Conus

/ˈkoʊnəs/ noun

Definition

A genus of sea snails with highly venomous cone-shaped shells, found in tropical waters; some species are deadly to humans.

Etymology

From Latin 'conus', from Greek 'konos' (cone), referring to the distinctive cone shape of the shell.

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Cone snail venom is so potent that a single drop can kill 20 people—and scientists are studying these toxins for potential pain-relieving medicines!

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