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Common Whelk (egg cases)

Photo by PhilipStobie
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Field Notes

Description:

This is a cluster of Whelk egg cases. It felt spongy but was quite papery. It was found next to some rocks at the edge of an estuary.

Species ID Suggestions

Common Whelk (egg case)

Buccinum undatum

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ForestDragon
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Comments (3)
PhilipStobie
Nice one! Thanks. If I had a prize it'd be yours.
ForestDragon
I found this by accident. I am sure this is what you have here in your spotting! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Egg_cases_-_Common_Whelk_-_geograph.org.uk_-_1779118.jpg
ForestDragon
Not sure what it is at the moment but very interesting!
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PublishedMay 2, 2012

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