GREEN TUSK SHELL - Antalis taphria

The Science

Green tusk shells belong to the genus Dentalium, which include tooth shells or tusk shells, marine scaphopod mollusks in the family Dentaliidae. 

 

 

The Story

The scientific name of this genus comes from the Latin word dentis, meaning tooth, based on the tooth or tusk-shaped form of these mollusks.

DETAILS

SKU: GT-A2450
Dimensions: 2.5" W x 0.1" H x 0.1" D
Scientific Name: Antalis taphria
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