Common Whelk Shell (Large)

1 x large Common Whelk shell.

Buccinum undatum, the common whelk or the waved buccinum, is a large marine gastropod in the family Buccinidae, the "true whelks'.

A large whelk shell can have 6-8 whorls with spiral ridges. The shell is yellowish brown with irregular light and dark spiral areas. The aperture is broadly oval tapering to a point with a short wide siphonal canal leading from the base of aperture.

These shells are only suitable for the biggest of hermit crabs, they are sized between 5 - 7cm with a large opening of approximately 2-3 cm.

SIMILAR TO SEEN: The image shows an example of the specimens you will receive. These will be hand picked and inspected and ensured to be within the minimum and maximum size range indicated. It will not be the exact specimen in the photo, the colours, shape, size and style may vary as with any natural item.

Postage and packing costs are £3.95 up to a total order value of £15.00.

Orders totalling £15.00 or above on shells, will qualify for free postage and packing.