Tower Shell (Turritella communis)
Everything Else | |
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Bonnet Shell | Common Limpet |
Black Footed Limpet | China Limpet |
Slipper Limpet | Common Tusk Shell |
Cowrie Shell | European Cowrie |
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The common Tower is a sea snail found at depths of up to 600 feet, mostly on muddy sediments. The slender, helical shell is up to 2¼ inches long, usually dull purple / pink in colour and with 6 to 25 whorls. Also known as auger shell or screw shell.
Found at Machroes Beach, Llyn Peninsula