Lambis crocata, Link

Name/Title

Lambis crocata, Link

Entry/Object ID

A2005.06.114

Description

This spider shell owes its name to its odd shape with seven long spines around its aperture. For the same reason, the Japonese call it the scorpion shell. Found 10-20 fathoms deep.

Collection

Permanent Collection

Acquisition

Accession

A2005.06.114