It is not surprising that Linnaeus holds the record for total species named, since he named everything in sight, from grass to whales. Surely though, he cannot hold the record for molluscan species named? Certainly some of the great names in malacology/conchology like Sowerby, Reeve, Lamarck, etc. must have named more molluscs than Linnaeus? Does anyone know who holds the molluscan record for new species described/named? Does anyone have a top 10 list handy? Art, I think what Andrew is saying is that you are definitely one of the gang, though quite possibly in a distinct sub-gang. Regards, Paul M. PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND, U.S.A.