A Beginner's Guide to Shells

Are you a seashell novice? Use our helpful guide to figure out what you've found.

Whelks
Jean Allsopp

Whelks

  • About 200 species of Whelks inhabit our waters from the arctic to the tropics.
  • Whelks range in height from one inch to 8 inches.
  • They may be smooth or have sculpturing lengthwise or spirally.
  • Tropical species generally have thicker shells than their northern counterparts.

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