Κοχύλια - Γαστερόποδα

Slipper Limpets

A collection of Slipper Limpets, Crepidula unguiformis. The shells in this group are very thin, white and shiny, ranging from 1 cm to 2.8 cm long. Photograph © James Prineas, 2003

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Pelican's Foot

The Pelican’s Foot Shell, Aporrhais pes-pelecani, is a favorite with children because of its funny name and funny shape. The pointy ‘feet’ help protect the snail’s soft head. These...

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Violet Snails

Violet Sea Snails, Janthina communis. These snails can grow to 2.5 cm, but the specimens pictured are less than 1 cm across. Despite their small size, they are striking for their b...

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Wentletraps

Though very small and easy to overlook, the Wentletrap, Epitonium lamellosum, is among the most beautiful seashells in creation. The narrow cones have deeply notched whorls travers...

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Giant Worm Shells

The Giant Worm Shell, Vermetus gigas, is an irregularly shaped tube with just a hint of the spiral coil common to other sea snails. Worm Shells can be white, yellow, brown and pink...

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