Rare Mandarin siphon snail (Penion mandarinus) |...

Your highlights at a glance: Species: Penion mandarinus (Mandarin Siphon Whelk) Size: 73 mm (Excellent display size) Condition: First-rate preserved, cleanly prepared, natural structures perfectly visible Features: Graceful, tall spire (whorl) and an elegantly curved siphonal canal Origin: Endemic to the southern Pacific around Australia & Tasmania (deep-water exhibit) Scientific background & fascination: The genus Penion comprises predatory deep-sea snails that prefer sandy or rocky bottoms at considerable depths. The shell is characterized by fine spiral lines and often softly hinted nodal structures. Since pristine specimens from these habitats usually come to light only through targeted scientific expeditions or as rare deep-sea bycatch, a perfectly preserved piece of this size is a true rarity on the international collectors market. Perfect for: - Discerning conchology collections - Exclusive marine cabinet displays and showcase vitrines - Unique, enduring gifts for natural scientists and marine biologists without / diverse Penion mandarinus

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