Acteon Shell

(Acteon tornatilis)

Advertisement
Book Cover "The Beaches of Wales" is a comprehensive guide to every beach and cove around the entire coast of Wales. Listing almost 500 beaches, this is an essential guide for visitors, watersports enthusiasts, walkers and anglers. For more information or to order, please click below - See Inside Order Now
Acteon Shell

Sometimes called the Beer Barrel shell, Acteon shells are up to ¾ inch (25 millimetres) long, barrel shaped and dull pink or brownish in colour. It's easily recognized by the distinctive white bands on the shell and elongated aperture reaching over half way down the shell. Commonly found on sandy beaches, but rather local.

Found at Pembrey Beach Carmarthenshire