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Turban Shell
Turbo marmoratus
The Turban Shell is a large marine gastropod mollusk known for its thick, rounded, and beautifully spiraled shell that resembles a turban. Its shell, often greenish with mottled patterns, can reach up to 20 centimeters in diameter, making it one of the largest in its family. Tur…
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- The operculum of the turban shell was historically used as an inlay material in decorative arts and is still collected today for its beauty.
- Turban shells produce a thick, flat operculum commonly called 'cat's eye,' which is used in crafts and jewelry. Their unique shell structure provides excellent protection from predators, and the animal can tightly seal itself inside. Turban shells play a role in maintaining healthy reef ecosystems by grazing on algae.
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