VU

Florida Cone

Conus anabathrum

Unknown

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Conus anabathrum faces significant pressure from shell collecting due to its attractive pattern and relative rarity, making specimens highly sought after by collectors. Coastal development and habitat modification in its limited range areas threaten the shallow marine environments where this cone snail occurs. Ocean acidification and warming waters may also impact the species' calcium carbonate shell formation and prey availability.

Threat summary

Habitat

This cone snail inhabits shallow tropical marine waters, typically found in sandy and coral reef environments in the Indo-Pacific region. It prefers areas with adequate prey populations and suitable substrate for burrowing and hunting.

Marine coastal/supratidal· majorMarine neritic· major

Conservation measures underway

Species managementSpecies recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Florida Cone classified as Vulnerable?
Florida Cone is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Conus anabathrum faces significant pressure from shell collecting due to its attractive pattern and relative rarity, making specimens highly sought after by collectors. Coastal development and habitat modification in its limited range areas threaten the shallow marine environments where this cone snail occurs. Ocean acidification and warming waters may also impact the species' calcium carbonate shell formation and prey availability.
Where does Florida Cone live?
Florida Cone occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Florida Cone?
The main threats to Florida Cone are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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