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Slipper Winkle Shells

Nerita sp

Photo by Bernadette S
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Field Notes

Description:

Shells of saltwater snails (Nerita) found scattered along the shore

Habitat:

marine; Red Sea; Gulf of Aqaba

Notes:

The common name "nerite" as well as the family name Neritidae and the genus name Nerita, are derived from the name of Nerites, who was a sea god in Greek mythology. (wiki)

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Neritidae

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Biodiversity in Egypt
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Red Sea Marine Life

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PublishedFebruary 14, 2012

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