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Date: | Fri, 17 Apr 1998 17:38:46 -0400 |
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Charles/Mary Owen wrote:
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> ParkAver wrote:
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> > Conch-lers- Does anyone have a favorite spot to snorkel and collect in the
> > Florida keys? I've been there once before, but sure didn't have any luck
> > finding any Strombus raninus, Vasum muricatum, Cymatium femorale, Astraea
> > phoebia or codakia orbicularis. I've had a few people tell me these were quite
> > common there, but I found none. Any help would greatly be appreciated.
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> > Thanks, ScottHi ---
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> During the 80's, we had lots of luck finding the Strombus, Vasum and
> Astrea in Bahia Honda State Park on the Atlantic side. We usually had
> several of our nieces and nephews with us and we were snorkeling in very
> shallow water. However, I don't know what the exact regulations are now,
> so it would be a good idea to check before collecting. This area was a
> very good spot for collecting for many years.
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> Mary
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> Chuck and Mary Owen---------------------------------------
> 3021 S. Michigan, Apt. 508
> Chicago IL 60616
> (312) 225-4261
A lot of the keys is now off-limits to collecting.
--
Jim & Bobbi Cordy
Specializing in Self-Collected
Caribbean & Florida Shells
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