Definitely more translirata up north than avara, but typically you find them both at the same sites. Many beaches along southern Cape Cod are good for both species (as well as in lobster traps set in these areas). ---------------------------------------------------------------------- [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. ----------------------------------------------------------------------