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Perhaps that is why you don't see them - they are too heavy to bring
in. I was truly amazed, and I assure you my measurement was correct.
Sylvia
Paul Monfils wrote:
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> Hello Sylvia,
> I am certain the Strombus gigas you found was a true monster -
> especially given that your judgement is based on direct observation
> of far more specimens than I have seen. Still . . . a specimen of 18
> inches (450 mm) would exceed the known world record size by a full 4
> inches! Even Strombus goliath, the largest member of the family,
> rarely exceeds 15 inches (the record is 380 mm). In any case, it
> does sound like the specimen you found would have been a true trophy,
> had it been collectable!
> Regards,
> Paul M.
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