Biology and Ecology of Venomous Marine Snails

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Focusing on marine cone snails, this comprehensive volume details over 100 species known for their hazards, exploring their biological and ecological traits. It covers conotoxins, including their characteristics and the injuries they can cause, alongside treatment and prevention strategies. Additionally, the book highlights the therapeutic potential of conotoxins as nonaddictive painkillers and epilepsy treatments. Accompanied by over 275 color illustrations, it serves as a valuable resource for identification and understanding of these unique marine creatures.