Cone Shells - Conotoxins
Marine snails of the genus Conus (Cone Shells) have long been prized for their pretty shells. Only recently has it become known that their sometimes deadly venom is a source of novel pharmaceuticals that can act as potent analgesics to prevent pain.
KF Marine Lab -Sea slugs
Photo site of Opisthobranchia (sea slugs) around Hachijo Island (Izu-Islands Group of Japan).