Queen Horned Helmet Shells 6.5” spike It is identified by its

It is identified by its unique patterns of cream

As this species is known to occur in both shallow and deep waters

providing the corals with excess energy that they make via photosynthesis (the use of sunlight to convert carbon dioxide into food/energy)

feeding mostly on sea urchins

As is the case in all scallops

Queen Horned Helmet Shells 6.5” spike It is identified by itsBullmouth Helmet seashells, or Cypraecassis rufa, is also often known as the Red Helmet Seashell. It is identified by its unique patterns of cream, orange and brown. This species is found off the southern African coast from northern KwaZulu Natal and Mozambique, as well as off the shores of Kenya. You will receive a 5 6" seashell similar to the reference specimens. These are real shell specimens so variations in pattern and color should be expected.