Queen Horned Helmet Shells 6.5” Nautilus where traditional filter feeding is

where traditional filter feeding is less effective

Male individuals in this species are considerably smaller than females

The maximum recorded shell length is 145 mm

[2] There is a trellis-like sculpture of fine striations on the pinkish surface

The wavy shell opening faces the sunlight

Queen Horned Helmet Shells 6.5” Nautilus where traditional filter feeding isBullmouth Helmet seashells, or Cypraecassis rufa, is also often known as the Red Helmet Seashell. It is identified by its unique patterns of cream, orange and brown. This species is found off the southern African coast from northern KwaZulu Natal and Mozambique, as well as off the shores of Kenya. You will receive a 5 6" seashell similar to the reference specimens. These are real shell specimens so variations in pattern and color should be expected.