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Umbraculum umbraculum (Umumb_u1.jpg)
by Harasti, David

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Locality:	Australia, Fly Point - Port Stephens, New South Whales
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Remark:	Known as umbrella shell. The top of its body is covered in a calcified shell that protects the gills and vicera and is like an umbrella. The body is orange and has a rippled and rough surface. The rhinophores are rather large and are orange in color.

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