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Heterobranchia Collection

"Heterobranchia: A Diverse World of Beautiful Gastropods" From the enchanting forests of Western Ghats to the stunning landscapes of France

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Accumulation of land snails (Euryptyxis labiosa), escaping the desert heat by resting

Accumulation of land snails (Euryptyxis labiosa), escaping the desert heat by resting on a shrubs bark, Ayn Sahnawt, Sultanate of Oman, February

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: White-lipped snail (Cepaea hortensis) crawling over an oak sleeper retaining a garden

White-lipped snail (Cepaea hortensis) crawling over an oak sleeper retaining a garden lawn with a greenhouse in the background, Wiltshire, UK, April

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Snail (Indrella ampulla) Coorg, Karnataka, India. endemic to Western Ghats

Snail (Indrella ampulla) Coorg, Karnataka, India. endemic to Western Ghats

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Red slug (Arion rufus) Vosges, France, September

Red slug (Arion rufus) Vosges, France, September

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Magnificent land-snail (Helicophanta magnifica) Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Moramanga

Magnificent land-snail (Helicophanta magnifica) Andasibe-Mantadia National Park, Moramanga, Madagascar

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Glass frog (Rulyrana spiculata) ventral / underside view, Cosnipata Valley, Peru

Glass frog (Rulyrana spiculata) ventral / underside view, Cosnipata Valley, Peru

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Garden snail (Helix aspersa) baby on Marigold flower, UK

Garden snail (Helix aspersa) baby on Marigold flower, UK

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Brown-lipped snail (Cepaea nemoralis) on fungus, reproduced in a bokeh affect, Sheffield

Brown-lipped snail (Cepaea nemoralis) on fungus, reproduced in a bokeh affect, Sheffield, England, UK. November. Commended in the Natures Studio Category of GDT competition 2014

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Cuban tree snail ( Polymita sulphurosa) collected near Moa, Cuba, Endangered

Cuban tree snail ( Polymita sulphurosa) collected near Moa, Cuba, Endangered

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Sea Butterfly floating in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia

Sea Butterfly floating in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Sea Butterfly floating in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: UW INDO 2030 42

UW INDO 2030 42
Sea Butterfly swimming in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Sea Butterfly swimming in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: UW INDO 2030 44

UW INDO 2030 44
Sea Butterfly floating in water column - Blackwater night dive, Seraya, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 14-Aug-20

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: UW INDO 1973 07

UW INDO 1973 07
Reticulated Nudibranch - Keruo Channel dive site, Penemu Island, Dampier Strait, Raja Ampat, Indonesia

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: UW INDO 1908 05

UW INDO 1908 05
Co's Chromodoris Nudibranch - Dropoff dive site, Tulamben, Kubu district, Karangasem, Bali, Indonesia, Indian Ocean Date: 08-Nov-19

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: 13131093

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Magnificent Chromodoris Nudibranch - Sanggamau dive site, Bangka Island, north Sulawesi, Indonesia, Pacific Ocean Date: 24-03-2016

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Leaf snail (Gittenbergeria turriplana) Algarve, Portugal

Leaf snail (Gittenbergeria turriplana) Algarve, Portugal

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Feeding trails from Common snails (Helix aspersa) grazing algae growing on black paint

Feeding trails from Common snails (Helix aspersa) grazing algae growing on black paint. The rows of chitinous, recurved teeth (the cuticula, part of the radula) leave a distinctive zigzag pattern

Background imageHeterobranchia Collection: Red slug (Arion rufus), Bristol, England, UK, September

Red slug (Arion rufus), Bristol, England, UK, September


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"Heterobranchia: A Diverse World of Beautiful Gastropods" From the enchanting forests of Western Ghats to the stunning landscapes of France, Heterobranchia showcases its incredible diversity. The White-lipped snail gracefully crawls over an oak sleeper, adding a touch of elegance to any garden. Meanwhile, the Snail Indrella ampulla proudly represents its endemic status in Karnataka, India. In Vosges, France, we encounter the vibrant Red slug making a bold statement with its striking coloration. On the other side of the world, nestled within Andasibe-Mantadia National Park in Moramanga lies the Magnificent land-snail - truly living up to its name. Venturing into South America's Cosnipata Valley in Peru reveals an astonishing sight: a Glass frog revealing its intricate underside view. Across UK gardens, tiny wonders like Garden snails find solace on delicate Marigold flowers while Brown-lipped snails create ethereal beauty amidst fungi-covered landscapes in Sheffield. The Cuban tree snail stands as a symbol of resilience and conservation efforts near Moa, Cuba; this endangered species reminds us of our responsibility towards protecting these precious creatures. Delving into Bali's Indian Ocean waters during Blackwater night dives uncovers mesmerizing Sea Butterflies floating effortlessly through the water column - their delicate forms captivating all who witness them. Heterobranchia is not just about individual species but also about embracing their habitats and understanding their ecological importance. These photographs capture moments frozen in time that allow us to appreciate nature's artistry and marvel at the wonders it holds beneath our feet and beyond our shores.