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