Nancy Smith wrote:
>
> On the subject of this as raised by a previous posting, can anyone tell me
> what a shell with Byrne's disease looks like?  What are the signs and
> symptoms?  :)   I read that oak fumes will cause it, but don't know what it
> looks like once a shell is "infected".   Are certain species affected or
> all?   What is the cure for a species like Cypraea that cannot be soaked in
> bleach?
>
> Thanks,
> Nancy Smith

Dear Nancy,

I have seen the serious collectors actually taste seashells to confirm
Byrne's disease.  The shells will taste bitter because of the acid.  I
heard that soaking shells in distilled water can help treat the disease.

Andrew Dickson

Andrew Dickson