Pacific Deer Cowrie, Cypraea vitellus, IV43346
Physical Description
Small bulbous cowrie shell with a thick shell wall. The ventral and lateral sides are light brown with a dotted pattern and a shiny surface, and the underside is matte cream coloured.
Provenance
Field Collection
Alive on reefs. Low tide. Bazaruto IslandMeasurements
Maximum dimensions (H x W x D): 20 x 37 x 24mmAll Rights Reserved