Huge Turbinidae with operculum Taxidermy full body mount - Turbo marmoratus - 12 cm - 16 cm - 16 cm - 1
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A large Turbo marmoratus marine gastropod shell with operculum, from Madagascar, measuring 12 × 16 × 16 cm.
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Turbo marmoratus is a species of marine gastropod with a large and thick operculum, belonging to the Turbunidae family, turbant snails. It is often referred to as the green turban, marbled turban, or large green turban. The shell can reach a length of 18 cm. Its color pattern is green, marbled with white and dark brown. The 6-7 whorls are flattened or concave on the upper surface, rounded and bearing two nodose keels on the lower surface and a stronger nodose keel on the upper surface. It features blunt tubercles, particularly strong on the shoulders. Its large circular aperture has a golden and pearly sheen. These large snails inhabit tropical coral reefs of the Indian Ocean (off Tanzania and Madagascar) and tropical waters of the western Pacific Ocean. They are nocturnal and feed on algae. Splendid lot: natural XXL Turbo marmoratus, with operculum, TOP QUALITY. Good auction. Stand not included, used for photographic purposes only.
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We deal with naturalistic objects in
Prevalence coming from the fascinating
marine world, but by enthusiasts and
Lovers of enchanting facets.
Of life, we also propose minerals and.
metaphysical stones, taxidermies, fossils, and
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Our increasingly refined aesthetic.
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Just observe like a collector.
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As soon as he/she/they take(s) one in hand, the
His or her inspired gaze seems to pierce through.
The object is to lose oneself in its distances.
Here lies the magical side of the collector.
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Translated by Google TranslateTurbo marmoratus is a species of marine gastropod with a large and thick operculum, belonging to the Turbunidae family, turbant snails. It is often referred to as the green turban, marbled turban, or large green turban. The shell can reach a length of 18 cm. Its color pattern is green, marbled with white and dark brown. The 6-7 whorls are flattened or concave on the upper surface, rounded and bearing two nodose keels on the lower surface and a stronger nodose keel on the upper surface. It features blunt tubercles, particularly strong on the shoulders. Its large circular aperture has a golden and pearly sheen. These large snails inhabit tropical coral reefs of the Indian Ocean (off Tanzania and Madagascar) and tropical waters of the western Pacific Ocean. They are nocturnal and feed on algae. Splendid lot: natural XXL Turbo marmoratus, with operculum, TOP QUALITY. Good auction. Stand not included, used for photographic purposes only.
Seller's Story
We deal with naturalistic objects in
Prevalence coming from the fascinating
marine world, but by enthusiasts and
Lovers of enchanting facets.
Of life, we also propose minerals and.
metaphysical stones, taxidermies, fossils, and
decorative objects
A continuous journey through time and...
Space for the search for testimonies.
Precious.
Passion is the fire that fuels.
Our choices: collaborations with the
Major importers from exotic countries.
but also travels to discover sought-after destinations
objects
Ongoing research of new developments and
Our increasingly refined aesthetic.
main objectives
Just observe like a collector.
He manages the objects in his display case.
As soon as he/she/they take(s) one in hand, the
His or her inspired gaze seems to pierce through.
The object is to lose oneself in its distances.
Here lies the magical side of the collector.
Walter Benjamin
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Era
After 2000
Specimen
Huge Turbinidae with operculum
Scientific name
Turbo marmoratus
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Madagascar
Condition
Good condition
Year
2023
Weight
1 kg
Height
12 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
16 cm
