Hi all,
The question as to whether or not to use an existing on-line database is
a very good question. Obviously, the use of an existing online database
such as animals4ever has advantages. Personally, I think Eddie Hardy's
website is, on the whole, an excellent website.
But yes, Dave, as you say, what is authoritative? There needs to be a
site that receives regular updates and review by acknowledged experts
within the field. Then issues of misidentification or misinformation, in
general, is more manageable.
I see this is an excellent brainstorming session. Perhaps, as ideas
become more unified, we...and at this point I use "we" very
loosely...can create a rough-draft project outline, review and modify as
necessary, and then take a course of action.
The alternative, and very likely scenario, is that this wonderful idea
gets neatly tucked away only to re-emerge in another six months here on
Conch-L. As we are all over the place, such an undertaking via internet
is a challenge in itself but I still believe it is attainable.
Ultimately, the question is whether or not there are enough of us able
to devote the time and energy it requires. I'm just a small fish in a
very big ocean...but I'm still game.
Bob Abela
Tamuning, Guam
http://www.guamcell.net/~babela/bobsguamshells/
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From: Conchologists of America List [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On
Behalf Of David Kirsh
Sent: Tuesday, August 12, 2003 11:31 PM
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Subject: Re: Lists of shell photos??
Hi Bob,
I've been sending some images when I can to this site. I'm sure Eddie
will appreciate if you send some.
One problem with images of shells that comes up is: what is
authoritative? Looking up some species, there are two very different
taxa illustrated. I believe Thais rugosa is one such example. Between
several of the books and website images, there are two different ones
illustrated. When I get a chance, I can list the differing opinions.
David Kirsh
Durham, NC
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From: Robert & Betty Lipe <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: 08/12/03 08:41 AM
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Subject: Re: Lists of shell photos??
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> What's the story on the www.gastropods.com? Pictures are used
> fromeverywhere. It's created by Eddie Hardy with pictures from Guido
Poppe,
Femorale etc. It looks interesting, although it has a lot of pictures
to be filled in. I guess permission has been given for the use of these
pictures? I have many Marginellas pictures that are not on, and there
are a few mistakes made. Someone tell me something about this Website.
I don't live on this computer to do much surfing. I just try to keep up
with my stuff.
Bob Lipe
Please visit us at our Website: http://www.theshellstore.com
Or at the shop at 348 Corey Ave
St. Pete Beach, FL, 33706
Phone: 727-360-0586
Fax: 727-360-3668
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