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Name:
Callistocypraea aurantium
Common name:
golden cowrie, golden cowry
Synonym:
Lyncina aurantium, (Gmelin, 1791)
Family / Genus / Species / Binom / Author:
Cypraeidae → Callistocypraea → aurantium → Callistocypraea aurantium → Gmelin, 1791
Protection status:
Quality:
mouth rim natural, collector's quality
Location:
Size of the specimen:
Length: 10 cm
Width: 6,3 cm
Height: 5,2 cm
Weight:
This snail is one of the rarer species of cowries and is highly sought after by collectors. Its natural color ranges from a subtle golden-yellow to light brown, yet under lighting, it appears almost red-orange. This captivating color shift, combined with its rarity, makes it a treasured addition to any collection.