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Grey top-shell (Gibbula cineraria) grazing on Golden kelp (Laminaria ochroleuca)
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Grey top-shell (Gibbula cineraria) grazing on Golden kelp (Laminaria ochroleuca)
Grey top-shell (Gibbula cineraria) grazing on Golden kelp (Laminaria ochroleuca). Pendennis Head, Cornwall, UK, English Channel
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Arty Shots Brown Algae Chromista Cornwall English Channel Feeding Gastropod Gastropoda Grazing Heterokontophyta Invertebrate Invertebrates Kelp Laminaria Laminariaceae Laminariales Marine Algae Mollusc Mollusca Ochrophyta Phaeophyceae Seaweed Stramenophila The English Channel Vibrant Colour Yellow Yellow Green Algae Saltwater Top Snail Trochidae
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Shell-ebrating Life Under the Sea - A Grey Top-Shell's Golden Feast!
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. In this print by Alex Mustard, we are transported to the enchanting world beneath the waves. Here, a vibrant grey top-shell (Gibbula cineraria) indulges in a delectable meal of golden kelp (Laminaria ochroleuca), creating a mesmerizing display of color and life. As our eyes wander through this underwater wonderland off Pendennis Head in Cornwall, UK, we witness nature's artistry at its finest. The stramenophila yellow-green algae dances alongside brown algae and kelp, forming an intricate tapestry that serves as both shelter and sustenance for countless marine creatures. Our star of the show, the grey top-shell mollusc or gastropod, showcases its elegant spiral shell while gracefully grazing on the nutritious golden kelp. With every bite it takes, it not only nourishes itself but also contributes to maintaining a delicate balance within this marine ecosystem. The photograph captures more than just an exquisite moment; it encapsulates the beauty and diversity found in our oceans. From chromista to phaeophyceae and heterokontophyta to laminariaceae – these scientific names remind us of how interconnected all living beings truly are. So let us dive into this stunning image with childlike wonderment! Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors of Europe's western coast as you explore England's Cornwall region
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