David,

Look at this link.  It shows how the live eulimid is embedded in a sea
cucumber.

http://www.sciencelearn.org.nz/contexts/icy_ecosystems/sci_media/images/eulimid_parasite

It may be that they do not always stay at the ends?

If the hunt for Eulimids does not work, suggest you give up and look for
cones! :-)

Bill

Norfolk, VA

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Subject: [CONCH-L] parasitic/commensal shells


> Greetings from Barra Grande, Bahia, Brazil. I~ve looked at both ends of
> several sea cucumbers and nary a eulimid. Isn~t that their favorite
> feeding place(s)? I~ve found plenty of eulimids in the drift here.
>
> Any suggestions for better success in finding them live?
>
> David Kirsh
>
> "When you're chewing on life's gristle, DON'T grumble. Give a
> whistle!" --from Life of Brian
>
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