Hi Conchlers,
 
I took a look at the article on English pronunciation of Latin genus and
species names by Hilda and Paul Peters (Hawaiian Shell News, New Series No.
80 -- August, 1966 -- VOL. XIV No. 10). It's readable and to the point, and
the suggested pronunciations make a great deal of sense. But the counter
showed only 3 visitors including myself, which seems low considering the
interest that this topic has generated. So here's that URL again, and
remember to scroll down to get past the other articles on cowries:
 
http://www.geocities.com/~makuabob/NSN080CY.HTM#D
 
Enjoy!
 
Andrew K. Rindsberg
Geological Survey of Alabama