Conotoxins (CTXs) are small, structured peptide toxins, which are generated by the predatory cone snails (genus Conus) for prey capture, defense, and competitor deterrence.

• 芋螺毒素(Conotoxin,CTX)是由生活在热带海洋中的肉食性软体动物芋螺(Conus)分泌出来的,用于麻醉猎物捕食和防御竞争对手的小肽类毒素。