Rock Shells [Murex]

Description

Murex is a historically significant genus of medium to large-sized predatory sea snails, known for their elaborately spiny or frondose shells. These snails are carnivorous and found in a variety of marine environments, from shallow waters to deeper seas. The genus played a crucial role in ancient dye industries, particularly for producing the Tyrian purple dye.

Species

Atlantic Rock Shell [Stramonita haemastoma]

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Purple Rock Shell [Thais haemastoma]

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Black Rock Shell [Thais melones]

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Red Rock Shell [Thais lacera]

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Taxonomy