A report on Conidae (Gastropoda) from the Karnataka coast – distribution and shell morphometry
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Conidae are a diverse group of predatory marine gastropods known for their highly potent venom, which may hold potential for biomedical applications. This study presents findings from a survey of Conidae species inhabiting the coastal shorelines of Karnataka. Shell measurements and morphometric analyses were conducted on four species: Conus biliosus, C. inscriptus, C. milneedwardsi, and Conasprella dictator. Molecular phylogenetic analysis of C. biliosus was performed using the partial mitochondrial cytochrome oxidase subunit I (COI) gene sequence.
Source: Journal of Threatened Taxa
Institutions: Mangalore University, Nitte University
Language: English
Subfield: Oceanography
Field: Earth and Planetary Sciences
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: gold
Estimated APC paid: $600
OpenAlex ID: W4407973972