MONSTER SIZE ★ Morum watanabei – 40 mm – Absolute rarity...

Article Description & Scientific Data Scientific name: Morum watanabei (Kosuge, 1981). Common name: Watanabe-Girdled Crown (family Harpidae). Quality level: GEM (Absolutely flawless; all slender, spiny knot rows on the back as well as the highly sensitive, serrated outer lip are without a blemish). Size: 40 mm (4.0 cm) – Giant size! While normal specimens of this species rarely exceed 33 mm, this 40 mm specimen ranks among the absolute top giant forms worldwide and is a spectacular highlight for any demanding special collection. Special feature: As typical for the genus Morum, this creature in the adult stage possesses no operculum (cover plate), since the massively constricted and serrated aperture provides natural protection. Family: Harpidae (Harpshell snails). Origin & Habitat Geographical origin: Zamboanga, Mindanao, Philippines (Indo-Pacific). Habitat: A marine deep-water gastropod. This splendid specimen was recovered by local fishermen from the benthic habitat (mostly sandy substrate near deep reef edges at depths of 20 to 100 meters). Sale and shipping via DHL only within the EU SKU - Oberdiek - Morum watanabei 100

Estimate:£125.92

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