Venus Comb Murex Sea Shells

Murex pecten. Murex ternispina. This seashell is common to the Indo-Pacific region. Resembles the skeleton of a fish. No one knows the exact reason for the needle-like spines of this mollusk. Scientists have theorized that the spines are a protection against fish and other mollusks, and that the spines prevent the mollusk from sinking into the soft, sandy mud where it is This seashell is commonly found. Interesting fact: the common name is derived from the famous painting by Botticelli- "Birth of Venus" Measures approx 3"-5".

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	Beautiful!	Sep 12, 2011	Marilee Snyder	Ashland Oh US
	Beautiful Venus Combs!! Thanks to your wonderful packaging, all of the spiky spines were intact. The size, color, everything was even more than I had... more...
	Nice	Sep 9, 2011	growerman	Green Bay WI US
	Although I have not seen these in person, I ordered two of these as part of a gift. They apparently are quite nice and arrived in excellent condition. more...
	The Ultimate!	Apr 30, 2011	Geoff Michaels	Edmonton Al CA
	Bought one for each of our seven grandchildren and they are entranced. Also, they have to take care with the exquisitely delicate shells. Nothing else like... more...