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Whelk shell

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This shell has been scanned as part of a research project looking at how hermit crabs and a species of marine worm co-habit. We are only able to capture the features of the shell but we are working with Swansea University to produce a 3d model with all the correct internal structures from which we hope to 3D print a complete replica in transparent material, and will hopefully be taken up by the crab and worm as a new home so we can then see how they live together.

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Amgueddfa Cymru - National Museum Wales
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Amgueddfa Cymru - National Museum Wales
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24/10/2019
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