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Cantharidus purpureus

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Description:

Cantharidus purpureus, is a common NZ Trochid mollusc of pinkish color, usually found grazing on seaweed below low tide. This alive individual was found washed ashore at Petone beach, and after the pics, it was thrown back in the sea :)

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Cantharidus purpureus

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PublishedJanuary 8, 2013

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