Also in Tom Rice catalogue Chicoreus flavicundus (Perry, 1811) is listed,
but as belonging to
brunneus. But there is not clear if it is a synonym or a subspecies. The
following countries are
named: India, Mozambique, Thailand, W-Australia and the value is listed
between $ 7.50 from
about 60 mm to $ 10.-- up to 85 mm.
I hope this helps you and a Happy New Year
Helmut


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> Has anyone ever heard of a muricid species called Chicoreus flavicundus?
> I was given this shell as a Christmas present.  The little data I have is
> Thailand, found Oct 2000 at 125 feet in traps.
> Actually, the shell looks a lot like brunneus to me.
> Any help is much appreciated.
>
> John Jacobs
> Seffner, FL
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