MONEY COWRIE - MONETARIA MONETA

The Science

These sea snails primarily live in tropical waters with intertidal rocky areas or shallow tide pools. They feed on algae and other marine vegetation living on rocks and dead coral.

The Story

The money cowrie's name comes from its historical use as a form of currency in the Indo-Pacific.

DETAILS

SKU: CS-CU0027
Dimensions: 1" W x 1" H x 1" D
Scientific Name: Monetaria moneta
Origin: Indo-Pacific
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