Gastropods Collection (page 6)

Haustellum haustellum, overhead and underside view of Snipes Bill Murex Shells, low spiral shell with very long thin siphonal canal and ridged whorls, cream with brown markings

Bur cruentata, overhead and underside view of Blood Stain Frog Shell, small low spired shell with rough nobbly surface and shiny interior, cream white with light brown markings

A snail out of its shell

Agaronia hiatula, overhead and underside view of two Olive Grey Ancilla Shells, short pointed spire, silver grey with light brown markings

Trumpet Triton shell (Charonia tritonis), close up

Great Pond Snail (Lymnaeidae) clinging to plant stem, side view

Abgaria sphaerula, upper and underside view of Kieners Delphinula Shell, with flat spire and curved spines around the bottom whorls, spiral bands

Cymatium femorale, adult and juvenile shells of Angular Triton, large thick shell, whorls with wing-like varices and broad spiral ribs, brown orange colour with cream tips and interior

Parametaria macrostona, underside view of Cone-like Dove shell, with short spire dark brown with white patches

Nudibranch or Sea Slug on the Ocean Floor

Mitra puncticulata, Dotted Mitre Shell, solid with rounded stepped whorls on spire, vertical ridges, orange with black and white markings

Cassis fimbriata, overhead and underside view of Fringed Helmet Shell, thick globose with short spire and large body, cream, brown in colour

Brown Snail with raised antennae, side view

Agaronia testacea, overhead and underside view of two Panama False Olive Shells, straight spire, pointed tip, one grey and brown and the other violet with zigzag patterns

Cassis cornuta, underside view of Horned Helmet Shell, heavy large shell, with peach orange shiny surface large lip and opening

Terebellum terebellum, three Terebellum Conch Shells, above view, slender with short spire, bullet-shaped, cream and soft brown colours, spotted dark markings

Opeatostoma pseudodon, overhead and underside view of Thorn Latirus shell and Operculum, solid squat shell, inflated body whorl, with light and dark brown, white stripes

Northia pristis, overhead and underside view of North sLlong Whelk shell, thick high spired, vertical ribs on whorls smooth chocolate brown colour

Kerry Slug (Geomalacus maculosus), close up

Melongena patula, overhead and underside view of Pacific Crown Conch Shell, with short pointed spire with large body whorl, shiny red brown exterior with cream interior and large smooth lip

Two Costate Tun shells (Tonna allium), close up

Siphonalia trochulus, overhead and underside view of hooped whelk shell, thick tall spiral, whorls with thin ribs, lights brown striped

Tonna perdix, two Pacific Partridge Tun Shells, above and underside views, large shell with short spire, sloping whorls, cream, white, light brown colour

Commercial Trochus shell (Trochus niloticus), close up

Two Common Spider Conch shells (Lambis lambis), overhead and underside view

Pleuroploca trapezium, overhead and underside view of two trapezium horse conch shell, large body shell with spiral rows with strong growth ridges, red cream colour with thin brown lines

Olivancillaria gibbosa, overhead and underside view of Swollen Olive Shell, short spire, ovate body whorl, light and dark brown with white spots and squiggles, smooth surface

Angaria vicdani, top view of Victor Dans Dephinula Shell, with large body whorl and short spire, with long thin spines encircling the shell, soft pink orange in colour

Purpura patula, Wide Mouthed Purpura Shell, above view of two shells, one top view with rough dark grey nobbly surface, the other underside view of the glossy shiny interior of the shell with pink

Charonia tritonis, above view of a Trumpet Triton Shell, light orange brown with pointed spire

Harpa doris, overhead and underside view of two Rosy Harp Shells, thin short spire, small teeth and vertical ribs along the body, brown with pink and dark brown markings

Bankivia fasciata, Banded Bankivia Shell, above view six shells, pointed apex glossy surface with coloured patterns, brown, white, bands, zigzags, streaks

Barbados Keyhole Limpet shell (Fissurella barbadensis), close up

Murex troscheli, Troschels Murex Shell, spine covered, club-shaped, long straight siphonal canal, cream, white with light brown whorls

Chicoreus palmarosae, Rose Branch Murex Shell, course petal-like protrusions, with dark brown striped body, pink tips and white interior

Iridescent inside surface of Abalone shell

Great pond snail (Lymnaea stagnalis), illustration
Zoology - Molluscs - Great pond snail (Lymnaea stagnalis), illustration

Great pond snail on plant underwater

Slug, close up, side view

Gastropoda, Slugs on leaf litter, close up

Two Nicobar Spindle shells (Fusinus nicobaricus), close up

Sinum cymba, above view of two Boat Ear Moon Shells one on its side, light silver grey with delicate swirl

Garden slug, side view

Apple Snail, bright yellow shell, paler yellow body, red-speckled antennae, crawling over rock, front view

Marine Snail

Poland, Roman snail or escargot, tentacles extended, on cabbage, close-up

Small snail on a partially eaten leaf, view from above

Whole and opened Abalone (Haliotis rufescens) shells

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Gastropods, the fascinating creatures of the tropics, never fail to captivate us with their unique behaviors and stunning shells. From Giant African Snails exchanging love darts during mating rituals to Common Snails gracefully perched on Bergenia leaves, these they can widely distributed and admired. In the Guadalupe Island Biosphere Reserve, a Pink Abalone shell showcases intricate details that mesmerize any observer. Meanwhile, a Garden Snail carries its tiny offspring on its back in a heartwarming display of parental care. Through digital manipulation techniques, their vibrant colors come alive against a lightened background. The Common Grey Seaslug finds solace in shallow pools beside the majestic Snakelocks Anemone. This picturesque scene captures nature's harmony at its finest (Picture No. 10755498). Another striking gastropod is the Flinders Vase shell; its close-up reveals an enchanting pattern that astounds all who gaze upon it. Love knows no boundaries for Common Garden Snails as they engage in passionate mating encounters. The Precious Wentletrap sea snail shell stands out among others with its exquisite beauty (C019 / 1323). However, not all gastropods reside solely in idyllic settings. A Large Black Slug boldly ventures onto moldy strawberries in the UK while Great Striped Slugs intertwine midair on mucous ropes—a remarkable sight indeed. These hermaphrodites were introduced from Europe to Southeast Australia (CLY03194). Lastly, we encounter Ormers off the Channel Islands' coast—an impressive species known as Haliotis tuberculata—gracing us with their presence during August's warm embrace. Whether marveling at their amorous endeavors or admiring their delicate shells, gastropods continue to intrigue and inspire awe wherever they may be found across our vast planet.