Conus salreiensis
Overview
Conus crotchii, common name Crotch's cone, is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Conidae, the cone snails and their allies.
Conus salreiensis faces severe threats from coastal development and tourism infrastructure along its limited range in the Red Sea region. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation from port construction, coastal reclamation projects, and pollution from increased maritime traffic. Collection pressure for the shell trade compounds these threats, as cone shells are highly sought after by collectors.
Habitat
This marine gastropod inhabits shallow coral reef environments and sandy substrates in the Red Sea, typically found in intertidal and subtidal zones up to moderate depths. The species requires healthy coral reef ecosystems with adequate prey populations of marine worms and small fish.
Conservation measures underway
Other threatened species in CONIDAE
Threatened in Cape Verde
Frequently asked questions
Why is Conus salreiensis classified as Critically Endangered?
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