Cat's Eye - Turbo Petholatus - Operculum
The Science
An operculum is an anatomical lid of the shell that the mollusk opens and shuts to protect its soft body from the outside world. The operculum is attached to the mollusk itself.
The Story
The shells that the operculum used to be attached to come in green, brown, and red colors.
DETAILS
SKU: AP-AQ014Dimensions: ~1 Inch
Scientific Name: Sutorria mesoleuca
Origin: Indo-Pacific, Asia, Egypt
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- Color:
- Green
- Color:
- Brown
- Origin:
- Asia
- Impact:
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- Impact:
- Eco-Friendly
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- IF&W
