What is the star system?
The star system calculates the number of pieces that were handled by Conchology, Inc. in the last 21 years:
| 0 – 5 pieces | 6 stars |
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| 6 – 10 pieces | 5 stars |
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| 11 - 25 pieces | 4 stars | |
| 26 - 75 pieces | 3 stars | |
| 76 - 150 pieces | 2 stars | |
| > 150 pieces | 1 star | |
We want to point out that the star system is only very reliable for PHILIPPINE shells only, as we handle very few foreign shells in general. As time goes, the system will become more and more performant.
Family :
BRADYBAENIDAE
Species :
Leytia fragilis
Author :
(G. B. Sowerby, 1841)
Locality :
Lake Danao, Ormoc, Leyte
Remark :
Amazing animals fragile yes but tough. At this site they live in the upper branches of trees in open locations like citrus orchards often very exposed to the elements. They have a very muscular section at the rear end of the foot to anchor themselves (clearly visible in this image) but most specimens still show damage to the shell apparently from falls.
Country :
Philippines
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