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Subject:	Re: Cowrie dentition - purpose??
From:	David Kirsh <[log in to unmask]>
Date:	Mon, 18 May 2009 13:36:37 -0400
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So far in this thread, no one has mentioned the possibility that the "teeth" serve to block particles from being drawn into the shell when the animal withdraws--like a comb. Could this be a factor?

David Kirsh
Durham, NC



"When you're chewing on life's gristle, DON'T grumble. Give a whistle!" --from Life of Brian

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