What exactly is the difference between the terms syntopic & sympatric? I have searched for the answer on the Internet, but got confusing results. Surprisingly, Merriam-Webster's Online Dictionary doesn't even have the word syntopic. Aydin ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [log in to unmask] - a forum for informal discussions on molluscs To leave this list, click on the following web link: http://listserv.uga.edu/cgi-bin/wa?SUBED1=conch-l&A=1 Type your email address and name in the appropriate box and click leave the list. ----------------------------------------------------------------------