Littorinimorpha Collection

Sea elephant (Cardiopoda placenta), marine pelagic gastropod mollusc in the family Pterotracheidae. Deep sea heteropod. Atlantic Ocean, close to Cape Verde. Controlled conditions

Giant tun (Tonna galea) a species of marine gastropod mollusc that is one of the biggest sea snails in the Mediterranean, photographed off Vis Island, Croatia, Adriatic Sea

A small aggreggation of queen conch (Lobatus gigas) off Cat Island, Bahamas

Queen conch (Lobatus gigas) laying eggs in the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park, Exuma, Bahamas

Slipper limpet (Crepidula fornicata) invasive species, Jersey, British Channel Islands, June 2015

Queen conch (Strombus gigas) extending its proboscis and stalked eyes at it moves across the sand by coral reef. East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies. Caribbean Sea

Trails left on sand-covered rock from Edible periwinkle (Littorina littorea) grazing on algae. Cornwall, UK. May

Queen conch (Aliger gigas) in a seagrass (Thalassia testudinum) meadow, Bahamas

Sea anemone (Calliactis parasitica) usually associated with hermit crabs, here on a Mediterranean bonnet shell (Semicassis granulata), Ponza island, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea, Mediterranean

Chiragra spider conch shell (Harpago chiragra) in diverse tropical reef, Tulamben, North coast, Bali, Indonesia. Lesser Sunda Islands

Queen conch (Lobatus gigas) juvenile feeding on algae growing on Seagrass (Thalassia testudinum) blades. Eleuthera, Bahamas

Allied cowrie (Diminovula punctata) on a soft coral (Dendronepthya sp ) with its egg mass close by. Po Bin Chau, Sai kung, Hong Kong, China

Pelagic mollusc (Oxygyrus keraudreni), captive deep sea species from Atlantic Ocean off Cape Verde

A pair of Flamingo tongue cowries (Cyphoma gibbosum) on a common sea fan (Gorgonia ventalina) which they predate upon, East End, Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands, British West Indies, Caribbean Sea

Hairy yellow hermit crab (Aniculus maximus) in its home of a Triton trumpet shell (Charonia tritonis), Hawaii, Pacific Ocean

Elegant conch (Lentigo pipus) close up of eye stalks, Philippines

Hairy triton (Monoplex parthenopeus) Vervece rock, Punta Campanella Marine Protected area, Costa Amalfitana / Amalfi coast, Italy, Tyrrhenian Sea, Mediterranean. October

Flamingo Tongue (Cyphoma gibbosum), on featherstar, Cienaga de Zapata National Park, Matanzas Province, Cuba

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Littorinimorpha, a diverse family of marine gastropod molluscs, encompasses a fascinating array of species and behaviors. From the majestic Sea elephant with its placenta-like appearance to the colossal Giant tun, these creatures never fail to captivate. In the crystal-clear waters off Cat Island in the Bahamas, a small aggregation of Queen conch can be seen gracefully gliding through the ocean currents. These magnificent molluscs are known for their ability to lay eggs in the Exuma Cays Land and Sea Park, creating a spectacle that is truly awe-inspiring. However, not all members bring positive impacts. The invasive Slipper limpet has made its way to Jersey in the British Channel Islands, posing threats to local ecosystems. Despite this challenge, nature continues to thrive as we witness a Queen conch extending its proboscis and stalked eyes while moving gracefully through seagrass meadows. The beauty extends beyond just their physical appearances. A pair of Flamingo tongue cowries delicately perches on a common sea fan in Grand Cayman's Caribbean Sea. These stunning creatures prey upon their host organism while adding vibrant colors to an already mesmerizing underwater landscape. Trails left on sand-covered rocks indicate the presence of Edible periwinkle snails that have traversed these shores. Meanwhile, another Queen conch finds solace amidst Thalassia testudinum meadows in Bahamian seagrass beds - showcasing how vital these habitats are for their survival. Sea anemones find companionship with hermit crabs as they form symbiotic relationships within coral reefs worldwide. In Tulamben's tropical reef ecosystem lies an exquisite Chiragra spider conch shell - evidence of biodiversity thriving beneath turquoise waves. Even juvenile Queen conchs play crucial roles by feeding on algae growing abundantly on seagrass beds.