Crown Shells

Family: Melongena. This group is usually found in muddy or brackish waters near mangroves in tropical regions. They are carnivorous and normally feed on oysters and clams. The King's Crown (Melongena corona) is native to Florida and can be found from the Florida Panhandle to the Florida Keys.

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Florida Crown Conch Seashells Brown with streaks of cream and white. Pointed spikes at crown of sea shell. This seashell is found in mangrove areas from Florida to N.E. Mexico. Measures approx 2".

Seashell Classification:
  • Latin Name: Melongena corona
  • Family: Melongenidae
  • Habitat: Found on muddy bottoms often near mangroves in the mesolittoral, infralittoral and sometimes the circalittoral zone
  • Province: Carolinian Province
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    Pacific Crown Conch Seashells This seashell is common from W. Mexico to N. Ecuador. This seashell is found in inter-tidal mud creeks. Measures approx 2".

    Seashell Classification:
  • Latin Name: Melongena patula
  • Family: Melongenidae
  • Habitat: Found on muddy bottoms often near mangroves in the mesolittoral, infralittoral and sometimes the circalittoral zone
  • Province: Caribbean Province
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    Fiber Conch Seashells Also known as the West Indian Crown Conch. This seashell is found in muddy, brackish waters in the West Indies. It is a thick sea shell ranging in color from cream to dark brown. $1.99 More information about this seashell item
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    Sundial This seashell has beautiful and interesting markings. Architectonica perspectiva size 1.25"-1.5" $0.99 More information about this seashell item
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    Large Pink Murex 3"-4" Mexico and California. Lovely soft pink color. $2.49 More information about this seashell item
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