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Associated observations

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What

Kauri Snail (Paryphanta busbyi)

Observer

memopob

Date

February 15, 2016

Place

Mangamukas (Google, OSM)

Description

Part of 55yr old collection.
Location is approximate. Some came from a bit further south on same route.

Shells clearly helical compared to the similar Powelliphanta genus.
Umbilicus is deep and open.
Also have small ridges running parallel to spiral which are more evident in youthful specimens.

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