The polished exterior of a Top Shell, one of the largest of the family, is much sought after for the tourist trade as the finish gives a beauty

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The polished exterior of a Top Shell, one of the largest of the family, is much sought after for the tourist trade as the polished finish gives a beautiful nacreous sheen. They are over exploited in many tourist areas

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Size: 5800px × 3891px
Location: Thailand
Photo credit: © Nick Greaves / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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