Marlinspikes 5” Polished, Spiral Cut Tiger Nautilus This coral is found in

This coral is found in shallow waters on reefs and in lagoons in tropical parts of the IIndo-Pacific region

a characteristic feature of scallops

The base of this gorgonian is brown in color

Fire corals (Millepora) are a genus of colonial marine organisms that exhibit physical characteristics similar to that of coral

Abnormally right-handed Lightning Whelks are very uncommon

Marlinspikes 5” Polished, Spiral Cut Tiger Nautilus This coral is found inMarlin Spike is an auger shell belonging to the family Terebridae; species Terebra Maculata. They are heavy, glossy with a broad body whorl(complete turn of the shells imaginary axis). Young shells have weak vertical ridges; while older species become smooth. There color is cream with interrupted spiral bands of brown. The shell has been used as a boring instrument by coastal tribes. Marlin Spikes are found in shallow water, across the Indo Pacific