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Help requested re shell identification please - margaretbd - 07-11-2009

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Can anyone help me to identify my seashells please. I think they are all from the Cypraeidae family. the smallest one is 55mm and the biggest is 75mm. Please let me know if closer photos are required.
Thanks
Margaret


Help requested re shell identification please - paul monfils - 07-11-2009

Hi Margaret,

Top row L to R: Cypraea mauritiana; Cypraea mappa; Cypraea arabica
Bottom row: Cypraea arabica (immature); Cypraea talpa


Help requested re shell identification please - margaretbd - 07-11-2009

Thanks for such a fast reply, Paul.