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Prawn hy Cap ?Brown.
Engraved by WitLizars Edintnarg he
[From the ‘Procespinas or THe Mataconoarcan Socrery,’ Vol. VI,
Part 6, September, 1905. |
THE CONCHOLOGICAL WRITINGS OF CAPTAIN THOMAS BROWN.
By C. Davies Suerzorn, F.Z.S.
Read 16th June, 1905.
Carrain Tuomas Brown is credited with the following works on
conchology :—
1. “The Elements of Conchology.” London, 1816. 8vo; pp. viii,
168, 9 pls.
(Also advertised as ‘‘speedily will appear” in 1845, but un-
known to me.)
2. “Tllustrations of the Conchology of Great Britain and Ireland.”
Edinburgh, 1827. 4to; text of fly-leaves between the 52 plates.
In the British Museum (press-mark 443 i 16) are No. 1
(pls. xviii, xxiii, xxiv, xxxix), No. 2 (pls. iii, iv, vi, viii), No. 3
(pls. x, xiii, xxi, xxvii), each with accompanying fly-leaves.
A note in the catalogue says ‘all published,” but perfect copies
are to be seen in the Bodleian, the British Museum (Nat. Hist.),
and the Sykes Libraries. There has never been any question of
the date of this book, so far as I am aware, and we can take it as
it is dated, 1827.
2a. Idem, ed. 2. London, 1844. 4to; pp. xiii, 144, 59 pls. Printed
in double columns. Many figures were added upon the old plates.
This book presents many difficulties; at pp. 14 and 21 the
setting of the type alters. It was published in parts, of which
nothing is known but the following information kindly supplied
by Messrs. Smith, Elder, & Co., the publishers: ‘‘ We find that
15 parts of ‘Recent Conchology,’ numbered 1 to 11 and 16 to 19,
appear to have been issued, and that parts 1 to 4 were received
by us for sale in 1837 and part 5 in 1839.” In the “ Elem.
Foss. Conch.” the advertisement says—‘‘ to be completed in 16
parts (62 pls.), of which 14 are out. 1843.”
3. ‘The Conchologist’s Text Book.” Glasgow, 18838. 12mo; pp. x,
11-180, 19 pls.
3a. Idem, ed. 2.
36. Idem, ed. 3.
8e. Idem, ed. 4 (called 5th on the boards). Glasgow, 1839. 12mo;
pp- X, 11-180, 19 pls.
8d. Idem, ed. 5 (called 4th on title-page). Glasgow, 1839. 12mo;
pp. x, 11-180, 19 pls.
se. Idem, ed. 6. Edinburgh, 1845. 12mo; pp. 232, 21 pls. Edited
by W. Macgillivray, and often called his ‘Text Book.’
In eds. 1, 3, and 5 (4) the word ‘ strie’ is misprinted ‘ stra’
a p- 167, line 8; the editions are identical with the exception
of ed. 6.
1b parte.
359 PROCREDINGS OF THE MALACOLOGICAL SOCIFTY.
4, “ Tllustrations of the Fossil Conchology of Great Britain and
Ireland.” London, 1849 (i.e. 1837-1849). 4to; pp. 273, 98 pls.
4a. ‘Illustrations of the Fossil Conchology of Great Britain and
Treland.”” Edinburgh, 1834. 4to; parts 1-12. (Engelmann.)
4b. ‘Fossil Conchology of Britain and Ireland.”’ London, 1839. 4to.
5.
25 numbers, of which 1—14 were issued by Messrs. Smith, Elder,
and Co. in 1839. (Engelmann.)
We can take these three entries together: 4 is the correct one,
4a seems to be an error of Engelmann’s, 46 seems to be a muddle.
In Mr. Sykes’ Library and also in the British Museum are pre-
served a series of numbers in the original wrappers. From them
we learn the collation which follows :—
No. Pages. Date. No. Pages. Date.
1 1-4 16 65-68
2 5-8 17, 18 69-80
3 9-16 19, 20 81-88
4 17-20 1837 21 89-108 1843
5 21-24 22,23 109-116 1844
6 25-28 24, 25 117-124 \ 1845
7 29-32 26, 27,28 125-136
8 33-36 29
9 37-40 30
10 41-44 31
ik Ace eas MARS 32
12 49-52 33
13, 14 538-60 1839 34
15 61-64 1843! 35 1849
The numbers in the British Museum were most of them dated in
pencil as received, the year coming first, then the month, then
the day, then the press-mark, but more exact information being
forthcoming by the kindness of Messrs. Smith, Elder, & Co.,
I shall give that. Moreover, it appears that Nos. 1-12 were
published in Edinburgh, and sent to Messrs. Smith, Elder, & Co.
for sale, while the later numbers were published in London by
Messrs. Smith, Elder, & Co. themselves. They write me under
date May 30th, 1905: ‘** Fossil Conchology’ extended to 35 parts,
of which parts 1-8 were received in 1837, parts 9-12 in 1838,
parts 13 and 14 in 1889, and parts 25 to 28 in 1845.” To
these I can add, No. 15 received by the British Museum
March 6th, 1843, No. 21 on November 17th, 1843, Nos. 22 and
23 on July 9th, 1844, Nos. 24 and 25 on April 18th, 1845.
The dates affixed to the parts given above are therefore approxi-
mately correct, and we must wait further evidence before being
able to define them more exactly. At page 53 the setting of the
type slightly alters. In the ‘Elem. Foss. Conch.,” 1843, the
advertisement says—‘‘to be completed in 26 parts, of which 22
are out.”
“The Elements of Fossil Conchology.” Edinburgh, 18438. 12mo;
pp. 1-188, 12 pls.
1 Probably earlier ; on p. 64 the Trans. Manch. Geol. Soc., i, 1841, is quoted.
SHERBORN : THE WRITINGS OF CAPTAIN THOMAS BROWN. 360
6. ‘Illustrations of the Land and Fresh-water Conchology of Great
Britain and Ireland.”’ London, 1845. 8vo; pp. xi, 142, 27 pls.
In which book is advertised :-—
6a. ‘‘ Illustrations of the Land and Fresh-water Conchology of the
British Islands.” 8vo; 27 pls. And :—
6b. ‘Illustrations of the Land and Fresh-water Shells of Ireland.”
8vo; 18 pls., both as ‘‘ published.”
These three seem to be different advertisements of the same
work, of which the first (6) appeared.
7. “A Catalogue of the Recent Conchology of Great Britain and
Ireland.” Price one shilling.
8. ‘A Catalogue of the Land and Fresh-water Shells of Great Britain
and Ireland.” Price sixpence.
These two last are for the purposes of labelling collections.
It is curious how rarely any contemporary reference is found to
these books. ‘The same remark applies to their author. Captain
Brown’s history is so imperfectly known that it would be difficult
to string together any running story. He is not referred to in the
Dictionary of National Biography, and this not merely by oversight
so far as the Supplement is concerned. The putting together of these
notes must be regarded as a first attempt, and no one will welcome
further information more gratefully than the writer.
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ILLUSTRATIONS
OF THE
RECENT CONCHOLOGY
GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND,
WITH THE
DESCRIPTION AND LOCALITIES OF ALL THE SPECIES, MARINE,
LAND, AND FRESH WATER.
DRAWN AND COLOURED FROM NATURE BY
CAPTAIN THOMAS BROWN, M.W.S., M.B.S.,
MEMBER OF THE MANCHESTER GEOLOGICAL SOCIETY, <
LATE PRESIDENT OF THE ROYAL PHYSICAL SOCIETY, &e. &e,
SECOND EDITION, GREATLY ENLARGED.
LONDON:
SMiin HBELDER, AND CO, Gor CORNHIL LE,
AND MACLACHLAN AND STEWART, 64, SOUTH BRIDGE,
EDINBURGH.
MDCCOXLIVY.
ASE SLA EBLL,
4 party.
PREFACE TO THE SECOND EDITION.
Auruoucu Conchology has been a favourite pursuit from very early periods of civilization,
yet its great value as a science has but recently been rendered manifest, from its utility in
connection with Geology, in identifying strata which are of ancient or more recent formation. For
we find on investigating the crust of our Globe, that whole races of Mollusks have existed and
become extinct during different geological epochs; and that it is only in the more recent deposits
that species identical with those existing on the land, and in the present seas, are to be met with;
hence the importance of a knowledge of Recent as well as Fossil Conchology. This fact, as
well as the general importance of this branch of study, has been acknowledged by the greatest
Modern Geologists.
Up to the present time no work has appeared embracing half the species which have been
detected in Great Britain and Ireland, and it was with a view to supply the desideratum, that
the Author undertook the present, as well as its sister work “ILLUsTRATIONS OF THE FossiL
’
Concuotocy or Great Brirain anv IrELaNnpD;” which, together, embrace pretty complete
Illustrations and Descriptions of all the species, Ancient as well as Recent, which have been met
with in our Islands.
The general arrangement adopted in the following work is that of Lamarck, according to the
descending scale, with such slight alterations and the addition of some new Genera, which more
recent observations have rendered necessary, since the time of that celebrated Malacologist. The
Author has been more solicitous to improve a classification, which has been almost universally
adopted by European as well as Transatlantic Conchologists, rather than to attempt a system of
his own, like other recent writers on this branch of Natural History; all of whom have signally
failed in founding a classification likely to supercede that of Lamarck. It is to be lamented
that ambition should prompt naturalists to change established classification and nomenclature, as
nothing tends so much to retard the progress of science.
When this Second Edition was commenced, the Author contemplated giving reduced
Illustrations of one Animal of all the British genera, which had been investigated; but, upon
more mature consideration, it appeared to him that small figures could not fail to prove unsatis-
factory to the Malacologist, and to represent them the size of life would run out the book to a
b
vi PREFACE.
greater extent than might be desirable to those who studied the shells alone; he therefore reserved
the figures and descriptions of the Animals for a separate treatise, which will appear uniform with
the present Work. This arrangement, it is hoped, will prove more satisfactory to both parties.
He has, however, given two plates of Land and Fresh Water Mollusca the size of life. The
representations of the interesting genus Limax, are copied from beautiful and correct drawings
kindly furnished by the Rev. B. J. Clarke, of Tuam, Ireland, who has lately bestowed much
attention on, and ably investigated the Limacide of his native country.
Authors have admitted into the British Catalogue, species which are not indigenous; these
have been omitted, but such as appeared in the First Edition of this work have been allowed to
remain on the plates, the names only being given without descriptions.
Every shell, as far as possible, has been drawn from Nature, and generally from the largest
and most beautiful specimens which the Author could meet with. But some of the smaller
species, whose existence rests on the authority of Walker and Adams, he has been obliged to
copy from their works, and therefore does not hold himself responsible for their accuracy.
In recording the names of those to whom the Author is indebted for aid in the following
Work, he must particularly notice those of his late lamented friends Dr. Leach, formerly Chief
Zoologist in the British Museum, and General Richard Bingham, of Melcombe, Dorsetshire. The
first of these, with that noble liberality for which he was prominently distinguished,—although
engaged with a similar work at the time the Author was preparing his First Edition,—threw open
his treasures for his use, and otherwise aided him as far as possible in his investigations. To the
latter the British Conchologist, and himself in particular, are deeply indebted for the discovery of
many new minute species. He spared neither trouble nor expense in following up this branch of
Natural History. It will also be seen how much his valued and early friend Stewart Ker, Esq.,
has added to the Mollusks of the Clyde, and he must also cordially acknowledge his obligations to
his friends James Smith, Esq., of Jordan Hill, near Glasgow; Professor Forbes, King’s College,
London; James Gerard, Esq., Edinburgh; Sir Oswald Mosley, Bart.; W. C. Trevelyan, Esq.,
of Nettlecombe Abbey; Thomas Glover, Esq., of Smedley Hill, Manchester; William Nicol,
Esq., Edinburgh; William Bean, Esq., Scarborough; Lieutenant William Beaumont, R.N.,
for specimens of Lymnza involuta; and to Miss Thomson, of Kendal: and for information on
Irish Conchology, to his old friend and fellow-labourer in Conchology M. J. O’Kelly, Esq.,
Rochestown House, County of Dublin; Robert Ball, Esq., and Miss Mary Ball, Dublin;
Thomas William Warren, Esq., of Dublin, who possesses the best collection of indigenous shells
in Ireland; and to Dr. Me. Gee, of Belfast.
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PON DEX :
UNDVAD VE: TESTACEKEOUS MOELUSCA.
Orver I.—CEPHALOPODA
. depressulus
FORAMENIFERA.
Family I.—Navurimacea.
Genus 1.
Rorarra.—Lamarck.
Beccarii ......... pi ly pl Wek. 1
Beccarii, var. perversus ...... 12
CrapsUlUswecscsnccecencseusscversessiO
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Genus 2.
PotystomeLiA.—Lamarck.
p. 1, pl. Lf. 3
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Sip) Gate ES peccendecconcce caeecoseeeeaend 6
4, Gulielmine p. 126
5. crenulata .. neoe 126
Gon Nantilitia) ste. esc- sees. -c- oc onen L2G
Family II.—Lrrvoracea.
Genus 3.
Sprrorrma.—Lamarck.
1. subarcuatula ... p. 1, pl. I, f. 27
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Family III.—Orrnocerata.
Genus 4.
Noposar1a.— Lamarck.
p. 1, pl. I, f. 18
decemlocularia... p. 2, pl. L VII,
f. 13
28
25
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BPUNULOBA re. .22+ Ween ceeaasenwnen
Genus 5.
OrrHocera.—Lamarck.
Pp: 2,,pl.. 1. f
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. linearis
Ge, TECtA csscc ec. oes
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26> \ApPrOxaMiAs (esersescsnctenesseee 42 Lrrrorma.—Ferussac.
27. reticulata ...............00..---- 30{ 1. littorea... p. 15 and 128, pl. X,
DR WaATEnATIA” Yeestececceseneo ere eee 12 fF, 2503594, 5; 65 7,18579
29. ‘subrule cascscsescss sssscscsnsccscs 13}]' 2. rudis...... 10, 11,32, 18, 14, 25
30. ulvee .............. 9, 14, 15, 41| 3. jugosa... p. 16 and 128, f. 15, 16
Ble SULITALA ceswescedarecostecneseecee+) Oil testORCDFOSReancecunclessere enn Osmo)
B2. GisJUNCtA......sccecesccesscsscosvee 1 | De PCLT ......ceccscveeensnssconree 17
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Pyramis.— Brown.
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32] 1. unispirala.........
51, 52
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umbilicus.
16, 17, 18, 19, 21,
22, 24, 29
p. 19, f. 20, 23
13, 14
25, 26
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Family I].—Scartarwes.
Genus 24.
DELPHINOIDEA.— Brown.
b- Division 1.—-Volutions dextral.
p. 19, pl. VIII,
f. 32, 33
DELPHINOIDEA.
2. depressa ......... p. 20, pl. VILL,
f. 35, 36
3. serpuloidea ...............00 40, 41
Sub- Division 2.— Volutions sinis-
tral.
AspreOsUpINAta) Weeevsne-se- apy ne 45, 47
Genus 25.
Sprra.— Brown.
1. globosa............ p. 20, pl. VIII,
f. 34, 37
2. MIGIGIBSIMA) ... cs scseedessese 425 44
3. coarctata ...
4. reticulata...
5. bicolor....
6. tubulata .....
7. variegata
1.
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Genus 26.
PLANARIA.— Brown.
. 20, pl. VIII, f. 53,
54, 55
48, 49
Genus 27.
Scavarta.—Lamarck.
p. 20, pl. VIII, f. 13
+. sp. 21, £. 12
pl. LVII, f. 7
Family III.—Pxtcacea.
Genus 28.
ToRNATELLA.— Lamarck.
fasciata... p. 21, pl. VIII, f. 4, 5
pellucida . «ss p. 129
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JAMINIA.—Bruguiére.
Sub-Division 1.— Without teeth on
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4
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11.
12.
13.
14.
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the outer lip.
. plicata ... p. 21, pl. VIII, f. 10
. interstincta......... pl. IX, f. 10
unidentata.......ccccesess 34, 35
. longiuscula...... p. 22, pl. VIII,
f. 8
PPODOHSAsoesee-enee--ei pla ete SS
pullus ......... pli!
alba ...... ia VIL, f 18
5 inaeulpiae sccevsteaceseeesecasescs =—=
. bidentata AccAcad Uf
SCalaris:.seeemeer eee wc reece oD kD
plicatulaccccsss.ecestecceeeecsreu Leo
MMarionee'.-2e-ceesees-sese 2222s oO
Anne . ot sseee 130
Eilcarae oraccacodeadans . 130
Sub- Division 2.— With ee on the
15. denticulata... p. 22,
16.
1.
1.
outer lip.
, pl. VIII, f. 6
quinquedens ...........++s-sse08. 11
Genus 30.
Comrnta.— Brown.
hyalina ...... p. 22, pl. VIII, f. 9
Genus 31.
Ha iotis.—Linneus.
tuberculata ...... p. 23, pl. XII,
f. 2, 18
1
2
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wo
PROSID UB cedeneteckerisnctnsercsse
. Alderi......
. intricata
> Montagui...........:.scccccessne
. glabrissima
. tuberosissima ............005
. helicoides
. squalida
. fluviatilis...
. Vivipara
PACH ALIN aes srebicteecidas ote
. impura
. ventricosa
. Grayana
. piscinalis
. cristata
Genus 32.
Sicaretus.—Lamarck.
Haliotoideus......... p. 23, pl. II,
fel ste
He@xHligirceceevecen sass 3, 4
Genus 33.
GaLERIcuLUM.—Brown,
levigatum p- 23, pl. XIX,
f. 35, 38
27, 28
. Otis... p. 24, pl. LVII, f. 16, 17
Family V.—IanTHInia.
Genus 34.
IANTHINA,—Lamarck.
. communis ...... p- 24, pl. VIII,
fal 5.2
16, 17
Family VI.—Neriracea.
Genus 35.
Nartica.—Adanson.
monilifera p. 24, pl. XIII,
525) 83, 20
p. 25, pl. LVII, f. 14
pl. XIII, f. 13, 16
3,6
18, 20
p. 130
Genus 36.
Nenritina.— Lamarck.
p. 26, pl. XIII, f. 4,
5, and pl. XVIII, f. 1, 2, 3
Family VII.—PERISTOMIDA.
Genus 37.
Patupina.—Lamarck.
p. 26, pl. XIV,
parler
. 68, 69
72,* 73
74, 75
son Baveds f.
Genus 38.
Assrm1nta.—Leach.
p. 27, pl. XVIII,
f. 3, 4
Genus 39.
Vatvata.—Miller.
p. 27, pl. XIV,
f. 62, 63, 64, 65
p. 28, f. 66, 67
Family VIIT.—Lymn&cea.
Genus 40.
Lymn a.—Lamarck.
Section 1.—Elongate ; volutions gra-
dually enlarging ; spire longer than
the aperture.
SYSTEMATIC INDEX.
Lymy”a.
Section 2.—Subovate ; body ventri-
cose; aperture longer than the
spire.
5. auricularia......... p- 29, pl. XV,
f. 29, 30, 31, 32
6. peregra...... 8, 9, 10, 11, 36, 37,
38, 39, 40
eo Involuta <..:3. 202 pl. XVIII, f. 5
Genus 41.
AMPHIPEPLEA, pee
1. glutinosa...
A ACUSEDIS: cee ccseeacacecser= sue
Genus 42.
Paysa.—Drapernaud.
1. fontinalis p. 30, pl. XIV,
£54, 55:
.. 58, 59
.. 60, 61
2. acuta
3. hypnorum
Genus 43.
Pranoxsis.—Miller.
Section 1.—Volutions devoid of a
carina, rounded on both sides;
spire slightly concave.
1. corneus p. 31, pl. XVIII,
fe Sle oes oo
-. 52, 53
a0 Sige)
Pi XIV, "E46, 47,
and pl. XVIII, f. 11
Qalbus! .c-cssceecsce=- =
3.
4. shibsicatice
levis ..........
Section 2.—Volutions carinated.
5. carinatus ...... 32, pl. XIV,
fess Oost
6. marginatus ............ 39, 40, 41
HPAVOLEOMME caccestesesaaccensine 44, 45
8. spirorbis ......... p. 33, f. 42, 43
Section 3.—Shell shining, trans-
lucent ; spire deeply umbilicate ;
volutions provided with a slight
carina.
9. nitidus .. 50, 51
Section 4.—Destitute of a carina ;
volutions rounded both before and
behind, and deeply umbilicated.
TOs CONCOLEUE Sicccccccccccesces: Gis OF
Genus 44.
SEGMENTINA.—Fleming.
1. lineata... p. 33, pl. XIV, f. 48, 49
Family IX.—Cormmacega.
Section 1.—Animals with two ten-
tacula.
Genus 45.
CycLostoma.—Lamarck.
1. elegans ... p. 34, pl. XIV, f. 28
2. marmorea... pl. XVIII, f. 15, 15
Genus 46.
Carycuium.—Miller.
1. minimum... p. 34, pl. XIV, f. 10,
1, stagnalis ......... p. 28, pl. XV, and pl. XVIII, f. 15*
f. 19, 21
2. palustris .. - 17, 18 Genus 47.
varieties... a is 7; 14, ls, a 23 Acmr.—Hartmann.
QeMHOGArecl sak cth oe teanesceecsuc 12, 13] 1. fusca ...... p. 34, pl. XIV, f. 25
4, elongata p. 29, f. 1, 2, 3, 5|2. minuta .. p. 35, f. 26
c
Section 2.—Animals with four ten-
tacula.
Genus 48.
Succrnea.—Drapernaud.
1. amphibea p. 35, pl. XV,
f. 41, 42
«. 34, 35
pl. XVIII, f. 21
2. gracilis
3. oblonga .........
Genus 49.
AcHatina.—Lamarck.
1. acicula ... p. 36, pl. XIV, f. 82,
and pl. XVIII, f. 12
Genus 50.
Buiimus.—Lamarck.
1. obscurus... p. 36, pl. XIV, f. 19,
and pl. XVIII, f. 13
2. montanus......... pl. XIV, f. 22.
and pl. XVIII, f. 14
. lubricus ............ pl. XIV, f. 20
As, ACUUUB carers conedects asa iPelciehienls
Genus 51.
Bat#a.—Gray.
1. fragilis...... p. 37, pl. XIV, f. 11
Genus 52.
Cvausit1a.—Drapernaud.
Section 1.—Shell smooth; the clau-
sium or shelly plate with a notch
at top, fitting into a plait situate
on the outer lip of the aperture.
1. bidens Peis Dis LV; f:, 12
Section 2.— Shells corrugated, and
with the clausium entire at top.
Da DIPNCAtHicedsesesesececs Ds OCs fs Lo
3. rugosa... -14
4. Rolphii ... eae XVIIL, Fr 31
DepOUMIA Nn scacccetacsecueras: Pie OUs ts.Oe
Genus 53.
Popra.—Lamarck.
muscorum... p. 39, pl. XIV, f. 7
unidentata .........ss..005 «4
[OGG AUCUS, conencasconnsosceccoocecce
pl. XVIII, f. 33, 34
p. 40, pl. XIV, f. 5
pl. XVIII, f. 35, 36
Ds, VS Seo
Ales
Ze
3.
4, marginata...
5. umbilicata...
7. juniperi
Genus 54.
Vertico.—Miiller.
Section 1.—Shells dextral, nearly
cylindrical; apertnre externally
margined.
1. edentula ...... p- 41, pl. XVIII,
f, 36*
2. Pygmea .......cesecccsceees - 37
Be) CYNGNICED eneaveceseeve - 38
4. sexdentata ......... a: XIV, “f 8
5. palustris ......... pl. XVIII, f. 39
6. Alpestris ..........0000 p. 42, f. 40
Section 2.—Shell fusiform and sub-
cylindrical; spiral convolutions
sinistral; aperture externally
margined.
fiz, PUSUREW tessa tumerenatedieeesceces 41
8. angustior ........000 pl. XIV, f. 9
16
1.
9
ae
3.
4.
5. hybrida ...
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
1
12. rufescens
132 limbata OD. 55 5)
2. discors .. 50 ah!
3. ie Bede ccarsencrels «.. D, 6
4. lima.. radeeerbOO sO,
Seen 2.
5. minutus 4 Asti}
6. candidus ......... p. 59, aE 13, 14
7. pellucidus ......-ecceeeeeee 10, 11
8. hyalina .........secceeessereeee Pe OD
Genus 7.
Hatia.— Risso.
1
1. Norvegica
. Flemingiana eee Doe
1. Sinense...
1. ungarica...
1. Noachina .........
2. radiata
1. fissura... p
2. rosea
eM CKISHA GAM erenestanascees esr ate
1, plumula...
2. membranacea
Genus 8.
Akrera.— Brown.
. flexilis... p.59, pl. XIX, f. 31, 32
Family III. Ancyiipx.
Genus 9.
Ancytvus.—Miller.
Section 1.—Animals sinistral.
. fluviatilis ......... p. 59, pl. XII,
feel eG)
Section 2.—Animals deztral.
PS RCUSETIS ieee ccrese p: 60, f. 8, 5, 7
Family 1V.— Catyprracka,
Genus 10.
CaLyrrr#A.—Lamarck.
p- 60, pl. XX, f. 16, 18
Genus 11.
Prtrorsis.— Lamarck.
p. 60, pl. XX, f.19, 20
Genus 12.
FissuRELLA.—Bruguiere.
. Greca... p. 61, pl. XII, f. 10, 11
Genus 13.
Sreno.—Brown. .
Section 1.— Cavity with a funnel.
p. 61, pl. XII,
f. 14, 15, 16
Section 2.—Destitute of a funnel.
Recisos enaccesiecsescitarinas 20
Genus 14.
EMARGINULA.—Lamarck.
62, plas SUG, We We
seleee «- 21, 22
Genus 15.
ScissURELLA.—D’ Orbigny.
p. 62
Family V.—SeMIPHYLLIDIACEA.
Genus 16.
PLEUROBRANCHUS,— Cuvier.
p. 62, pl. II, f. 14, 15
CLASS SECOND.
CONCHIFERA; OR BIVALVES:
Genus 2.
OrpicuLa.— Cuvier.
p. 69, pl. XX,
f. 21, 22, and pl. XXII, f. 9
Family I].—Ostracea,
Genus 3.
Anomia.—Linneus.
1. Ephippium ... p. 69, pl. X XII,
fo.
ANOMIA.
2. undulata ...... p. 69, pl. XXII,
f209
5. squamula soocneogsadane)
4. aculeata ..... =ip-e40, 12.6
5. cylindrica ...... sity 2)
6. electrica ..... sai XLVI, f.5
fi, CODY, manarenes Bf XXXIX, f. 12
B. punctata .......cecceseeceeeeeere 13
Q. fornicata ......cceee-reeeee 14, 15
3.
4. ceeruleatisiwsiteesscesceeoeienecs
2. virginea ....
LOspstriolatay-.ssc-sceecssarweck ce
Dl cubulavisweccacesecssmseeesneciey
2. parasitica...
Family VI.—Puytuipiacea.
Genus 17.
PaTELLA.—Linneus.
1. vulgata...... p- 63, pl. XX, f. 5,
125,14, 15; 17
vulgata, var. 1 ... pl. XX, f. 17
communis, var. 2 ............... 15
albumana, var. 3
conica, var. 4 . Mees Oo
. fulva... p. 64 andl 132, ei LVIL
f. 3, 4
p. 64, pl. XX, f. 2,
3; 7, 8, 11
13
pellucida ...
Genus 18.
Lorrta.—Gray.
1. testudinalis p. 64, pl. XX,
f. 9, 10
ware 1G;
Genus 19.
Cuiton.—Linneus.
Section 1.—Marginal ligament
spinous.
1. fascicularis...... p. 65, pl. XXI,
; f. 5, 8
2. discrepans... ow)
Si ierinitus’ ©. .c.osscssauseeracessetees 7
Section 2.—Marginal ligament
papillose.
Aa levis. Sic sec.;s-ntenspessteee 10, 11
5. achatinus sesee 45 Len Moet
Go wuber is. .ve- ceacee Ps OGs eG
Ze MALPINAGUSh. «2s dosslonsteteesseteaeetO
8. cinereus 18
9. fuscatus 17
10. Albus ....... 2
11. Asellus .... , 19
12. Aselloides.. = Pi!
Section 3. | Marginal eGieaee
smooth.
13. levigatus ......... p. 67, f. 1, 16
Section 4.—Doubtful species.
VA. PdISCOYS ecn< LELTAZONA....c.ceeeeeerereeee 2
Family I1].—Carpiacga.
Genus 7.
Isocarp1a.— Lamarck.
.. p- 86, pl. XXX, f. 9, and
pl. XXX,* f. 5
Genus 8.
CarpiuM.—Linneus.
p. 87, pl. XXXIV,
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pl. XXXV, f£ 1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7
Bs ZONA ceneeceseeacrounana p- 88, f. 8
G. fasciatum) .7.G.sesecs---c-<0-- 9, DI
Je CXIPUUM)
- lacustris
. calyculata
- obliquum ...
sy fOntIMALG’.. .sscicesssesecbenwesdesess
. obtusale .......
. nitidum .......
- pusillum ..
+ cinereum..
pt SOAS a2 sete csasccen aesemarar
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- corrugata .........
. depressa
. striata
. complanata...
2. CASEAMGA 0.0 cccccnccccnccescneessess
xi
VENUS.
reflexa...... p. 91, pl. XXX VII,
32, 18
fasciata ...... pl. XXXVI, f. 10
ovata......... pl XXXVII, f. 11
Genus 11.
CyTHEREA.— Lamarck.
Chione... p. 91, — XXX VIL, f. 2
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UNIVALVE TESTACEOUS MOLLUSCA.
ORDER ICEPHALOPODA.
Head of the animal emanating from a bag-shaped mantle, and
surrounded by inarticulated arms, provided with a sucker, and in-
vesting the month; two sessile eyes; mouth furnished with two
horny mandibles ; three hearts ; the sexes in separate individuals.
Famity I.—NavTILacEA.
Shell discoid, with a central spire, the cells short, and not ex-
tending from the centre to the circumference.
Genus 1.—NavtTitus.—Linneus.
Shell discoid, spiral, multilocular, with simple partitions; volu-
tions contiguous, the last or body-one enveloping the rest; the
septa transverse, and externally concave, perforated in the disc;
margins entire.
1. N. Becarii, pl. I, f. 11.—First Edition, pl. 52, f. 11; Montagu’s Testacea
Britannica, p. 186, pl. 18, f. 4; Walker’s Minute Shells, f. 63.
Shell with four or five volutions, the joints deeply sulcated; ten septa in the first
whorl ; convex above, and flat beneath, the markings less distinct, aperture turned
downwards, and not clasping the body volution ; siphon small, and usually situate in
the convex front; covered with a brown epidermis, but white when divested of its
skin; in which condition, if the animal is alive, it is of a crimson colour, size not a
line. Found on the Devonshire coast, and in the Frith of Forth, adhering to the
Fucus vesiculosus, the roots of Algw, and on Oyster shells.
2. N. Becarii perversus, pl. I, f. 12.—First Edition, pl. 52, f. 12; Montagu, p.
187, pl. 18, f. 6; Walker, f. 64.
Shell with the volutions reversed, and agreeing in every respect with the descrip-
tion of Nautilus Becarii.
plentiful as Becarii.
3. N. crassulus, pl. 1, f. 5.—First Edition, pl. 51, f. 5; Montagu, p. 191, pl.
18, f. 2; Walker, f. 70.
Shell strong, spiral, with numerous close-set elevated septa; sides compressed,
similar, doubly umbilicated, within which, part of the interior volution is seen ; aperture
placed a little oblique, scarcely elasping the body, and provided with a siphon; colour
cream white, sometimes brownish; size not more than half a line. Found at Re-
culver ; very rare.
4. N. umbilicatulus, pl. I, f. 8.—First Edition, pl. 52, f. 8; Montagu, p. 191,
pl. 18, f. 1; Walker, f. 69.
Shell spiral, compressed, umbilicated on both sides, subpellueid, with nine or ten
raised septa; aperture clasping the body volution almost equally on both sides, the
interior volutions being hid. The most minute of all the Nautili, about the fourth of
It cannot be considered as a Zusus, because it is nearly as
a line in size.
5. N. depressulus, pl. I, f. 3.—First Edition, pl. 52, f. 3; Montagu, p. 190,
pl. 18, f. 9; Walker, f. 68.
Shell spiral, with about nine visible septa, radiating from the centre in curved
lines, distinguished by their opacity, but not embossed; sides similar; in the centre
is a small pellucid spot, which may be mistaken for an umbilicus; the aperture does
not clasp the body so much as that of the N. calcar, from which it also differs in
being much more compressed, having no carina, and in the concamerations being
more numerous, and being only about half the size.
6. N. inflatus, pl. I, f. 4.—First Edition, pl. 52, f. 4; Montagu, sup. p. 81, pl.
18, f. 3.
Shell spiral, with three lobed volutions; the first provided with five extremely
ventricose articulations; anterior end subglobose; siphon situated as in N. Becarii.
It is smaller, and less depressed than that shell, having only about half the number
of articulations, whieh are much more tumid; colour opaque brown.
sand on the Devonshire coast; rare.
7. N. levigatulus, pl. I, f. 9, 10.—First Edition, pl. 52, f. 9, 10; Montagu,
p- 188, pl. 18, f. 7, 8; Walker, f. 67.
Shell spiral, with ten smooth, pale ferruginous brown, flexous rays marking the
septa, which are rather deeper in colour, a little raised and radiating from the centre;
both sides are equally and considerably convex, declining towards the edge, which is
rounded but not strictly carinated ; aperture surrounded by a rim forming a triangle,
so that the body is not intersected by the anterior end, but the volution is lost just
below the margin of the first septum; thus differing from the N. calcar, whose
hody is much clasped by the margin of the anterior septum. Found at Sandwich
_and Seasalter; rare.
8. N. calcar, pl. I, f. 1, 2.—First Edition, plap2, of. 1,2 Montagu, p. 189,
pi. 15, f. 4; N. rotatus, Linnewau Transactions, VITI. p-. 114.
Found among
Shell smooth, spiral, body volution with six articulations, defined by flexous ele~
vated striw, radiating from the centre, but do not quite reach the margin, which is
provided with a strong carina; both sides of the shell equally convex, smooth, and
more elevated in the centre: interior volutions invisible after entering the aperture,
which is semi-cordate in shape, clasping the body equally on both sides, and provided
with a small perforation; colour brown. Found on the Devonshire coast, but very
rare.
9. N. crispus, pl. I, f. 6.—First Edition, pl. 52, f. 6; Montagu, p. 187, pl. 18,
f. 5; Walker, f. 65.
Shell with lateral volutions, having about twenty flexous, crenulated articulations in
the exterior volution, defined by elevated strie; back carinated; interior volutions
hidden; aperture semicordate, equal, lateral, clasping the body, and provided with a
small siphon; glossy and pure white. Found at Sandwich, Sheppy Island, Teign-
mouth, and Saleomb, Devonshire; and at Weymouth and Swanage, Dorsetshire;
also the south coast of Wales.
10. N. carinatulus, pl. I, f. 7.—First Edition, pl. 52, f. 1; Montagu, p. 195;
Walker, f. 72.
** An oblong carinated shell, with a narrow oval aperture; colour whiteish, trans-
parent like glass. From Seasalter and Sandwich; very rare.” We have copied
this, imperfectly figured and described, Shell from Walker. From the figure we
should say that it belonged to the family Spherulacea of Lamarck.
Famiy IJ.—Litvoacea.
Shell somewhat spiral, the last volution continuous in a straight
line.
Genus 2.—Sprroitina.—Lamarch.
Shell multilocular, partly spiral, and discoid; volutions contiguous,
the last terminating in a straight line; septa straight, perforated by
a tube.
Subdivision I.— Convoluted.
1, S. subarcuatula, pl. I, f. 27.—First Edition, pl. 52, f. 27; Nautilus subar-
cuatulus ; Montagu, sup. p. 80, pl. 19, f. 1; Walker, f. 73.
Shell subareuated, subconvoluted, the straight part containing about five cells; the
posterior half convoluted; twelve visible concamerations, and very distinct; septa
somewhat elevated; back carinated, and slightly indented at the division of the cells;
anterior septa oblique, producing at the aperture a considerable slope from the back
interiorly ; front margin not carinated, but obtusely rounded; siphon, placed near
the back.
2. S. similitua, pl. I, f. 22.—First Edition, pl. 52, f. 22; Nautilus similituus ;
Montagu, p. 196, pl. 19, f. 3.
Shell elongated, subarcuated, with elevated articulations ; the septa provided with
small elevated tubercles, a row of larger ones in the centre of the back; apex incur-
vated; aperture with a small produced siphon; colour opaque brown. Found at
Sandwich and Sheppy Islands; rare.
Subdivision II.—Shells nearly straight.
3. S. Legumen, pl. I, f. 22, 23.—Orthocera Legumen.—First Ejition, pl. 52,
f. 22, 23; Nautilus Legumen ; Montagu, sup. p. 82, pl. 19, f. 6, and A. Walker,
f. 74.
Shell subareuated, smooth, glossy, pellucid, white; slightly compressed, and a
little tapering; the extremities rounded and somewhat contracted; anterior end
surrounded by an oblique ridge, above which is an excerted siphon; with a consider-
able aperture near to the concave side; septacight or nine in number, oblique, and
visible through the shell; cells gradually decreasing in size towards the posterior end.
Fig. 23 represents the aperture with the siphon. Length about an eighth of an
inch; breadth about a sixth its length. Found in sand on the coasts of Kent and
South Devon; very rare.
Famity [I].—CrrtuoceraTa.
Shell straight or nearly so, without any spiral volutions.
Genus 3.—Noposarta.—Lamarck.
Shell elongated, erect, or smooth, and slightly arcuated, sub-
conic, nodose, consisting of a series of spherical volutions; the
transverse septa perforated.
1. N. subarcuata, pl. I, f. 18.—Orthocera subarcuata.—First Edition; Naz-
tilus subarcuatus ; Montagu, 198, pl. 6, f. 5.
Shell subcylindrical, subarcuated, with three distinct globose articulations at the
superior end; the remaining divisions imperfectly defined, and abruptly tapering to
2 MOLLUSCA,
a point; aperture consisting of a small produced siphon; colour, when divested of its
brown epidermis, pure white and glossy. Length one-tenth of an inch. Inhabits
the sea at Sandwich.
2. N. decemlocularia.
Shell with ten distinct, nearly globular articulations; slightly arcuated, and ending
in a long tapering articulation, in which the septaare hardly distinguishable; covered
with a reddish-brown epidermis. Length a tenth anda half of an inch. We have
received this from the south coast of Devon; but too late for insertion in the plate.
This is doubtless the same she!l which Montagu considers a variety of N. subar-
cuata, which he had from Sandwich.
3. N. radicula, pl. 1, f. 28.—Orthocera radicula,—First Ed., pl. 52, f. 28; Nau-
tilus radicula ; Montagu, p. 197, pl. 6, f. 4.
Shell subconic, elongated, with six subglobose deeply divided articulations; the
upper one much larger than the others, and egg-shaped, smooth, opaque-brown,
and the aperture provided with a small siphon, with the apex extended to a conic
point. From Sandwich.
Montagu mentions varieties of this species, having from two to five articulations.
We have not seen these, and therefore cannot speak concerning them. The follow-
ing distinct species is only considered a variety by that able naturalist. .
4. N. octolocularia, pl). 1, f. 25.—Orthoceru radicula.—First Ed., pl. 52, f. 25;
Nautilus radicula ; variety. Montagu, 198, pl. 14, f. 6.
Shell with eight round sub-compressed articulations, the superior one nearly
spherical, with a small circular aperture in the apex; the remaining articulations
gradually lessening, and the last one somewhat pyriform and pointed at its extremity.
Colour cream-white. Found at Sandwich and the south coast of Devon.
In our first edition we followed Montagu, in considering this only a variety of
N. radicula.
5. N. spinulosa, pl. I, f. 26.—Orthocera spinulosa.—First Ed., pl. 52, f. 26;
Nautilus spinulosus ; Montagu, Sup. p. 86, pl. 19, f. 5.
Shell with three globose, deeply divided articulations, covered with spines, which
incline to the posterior end; the superior bulb somewhat elongated, in the form of a
siphon ; colour pale chestnut.
Montagu mentions a variety of this shell, of which he possessed a drawing by Mr
Henry Boys, which was subarcuated and taper, with eight articulations ; which were
rather tuberculated than spined. We would be inclined to consider this a distinct
species, under the trivial name of tuberculata.
Genus 4.—OrtTHocEeRA.— Lamarck.
Shell elongated, straight, or a little arcuated, subconical; gene-
rally ribbed, with longitudinal, external grooves ; chambers formed
by transverse septa, perforated by a tube, which is either central or
marginal.
Subdivision I.— Ribbed.
1. O. costata, pl. I, f. 17.—First Ed., pl. 52, f. 17; Nautilus costatus; Mon-
tagu, p. 199, pl. 14, f. 5.
Shell straight, subcylindrical, tapering slightly towards the posterior termination ;
with twelve convex articulations, each provided with four equidistant, stronz longi-
tudinal ribs, running continuously the whole length of the shell; aperture extended,
in the form of a short conic siphon. Length a quarter of aninch. Found on the
coast of Kent.
Montagu mentions a variety, with only six articulations, for the same locality.
2. O. septemcostata, pl. I, f. 24.—O. costata, variety, First Ed., pl. 52, f. 24;
Nautilus costatus ; Montagu, Sup. variety, p. 83, pl. 19, f. 2.
Shell nearly cylindrical, with five oblong-ovate articulations, each provided with
seven ribs, running continuously the whole length of the shell; posterior end trun-
cated, with the points of the ribs projecting beyond its margin; anterior end termi-
nated by a slender cylindrical process as long as the first articulation, destitute of any
opening, the aperture being situated at the truncated extremity.
Montagu mentions a variety with five articulations, and four ribs only.
3. O. jugosa, pl. I, f. 15.—First Ed., pl. 52, f. 13; Montagu, p. 198, pl. 14,
f. 4.
Shell subarcuated, subcylindrical, tapering; with nine, ridged, subglobose, some-
what elongated articulations ; aperture extended to asmall conic siphon, the extreme
joint at the inferior end rather longer than the contiguous ones; colour opaque-
brown. Length a little more than an eighth of aninch. The ridges do not extend
quite to the top of the articulations.
4. O. bicarinata.— Nautilus bicarinatus.—Montagu, Sup. p. 86.
Shell areuated, subcylindrical, with eleven subglobose, bicarinated articulations,
or furnished with a slight longitudinal rib along the are, and another on the opposite
side; the larger end terminated by a produced siphon; the articulations gradually
ecrease towards the posterior end, which is rounded; length an eighth of an inch ;
diameter at the largest part about tne same. Found at Sandwich.
5. O. linearis, pl. I, f. 14—15.—First Ed., pl. 52, f. 14-15; Nausilus linearis ;
Montagu, Sup. p. 87, pl. 30, f. 9.
Shell straight, a little compressed, linear, slightly tapering ; provided with numer-
ous longitudinal ribs, which take an oblique direction, and scarecly extend half the
[CerHatorona.
length of the shell. It is of a glossy, smooth, and pellucid white, except along the
sides, and at the divisions of the cells, where it is opaque ; ther» are about fourteen
slightly oblique, and not quite regular septa; anterior extremity smooth. and ter-
minated by a produced siphon; posterior end rounded. Length nearly a quarter of
an inch, breadth about an eighth of its length. Found onthe shell-bank at Dunbar,
Frith of Forth.
Subdivision Il.—Destitute of Ribs.
6. O. recta, pl. I, f. 16, 19, 20.—First Ed., pl. 52, f. 16, 19, 20; Montagu,
p- 197, and Sup. p. 82, pl. 19, f. 4 and 7.
Shell straight or very slightly arcuated, with perfectly smooth, slightly divided
articulations ; tapering a little to the posterior termination; aperture situated in a
small produced siphon at the anterior extremity. Found at Sandwich; very rare.
Famity 1V.—SpPuHERULACEA.
Shell globular, spheroidal, or oval ; with the volutions mutually
enveloping, or the cells contiguous, and forming a tunic.
Genus 5.—Bitocutina.—D’ Orbigny.
Shell ovate-globose, with two transverse cells, involving the axis.
1. B. oblonga, pl. LVI, f. 38-39.—Lagena oblonga.—First Ed., pl. I, f. 88,39;
Vermiculum oblongum; Montagu, p. 522, pl. 14, f. 9.
Shell oblong, oval, somewhat compressed; with a longitudinal suture on one side,
which divides the shell into two parts; on the opposite side the middle compartment
is surrounded by a faint depression, which separates it from the exterior one, and is
more elevated , aperture oval, slightly produced, with a yellow margin; general eo-
lour opaque, glossy white. Length not half a line. Found in sand from Saleomb
Bay, Devonshire; rare.
2. B. elliptica, pl. LVI, f. 23.—Milicla elliptica.—First Ed., pl. 1, f. 23.
Shell elliptical, a little compressed, clear, smooth and glossy ; the internal cham-
bers shining through, giving it the appearance of being externally grooved; size not
aline. Found at Dunbar by General Bingham.
3. B. lactea, pl. LVI, f. 28.—Miliola lactea.—First Ed. ; Vermiculum lacteum ;
Montagu, p. 522; Serpula tenuis ; Walker, f. 5.
Shell thin, smvoth, glossy, egs-shaped, slightly compressed; pellucid, with milk-
white veins. Length half a line. Coast of Devonshire.
4. B. marginata, pl. LV1, f. 25 —-Renoidea marginata.—First Ed., pl. a, 7. 255
Vermiculum marginutum ; Montagu, p. 524; Walker, pl. 1, f, 7.
Shell globular, a little compressed, surrounded by an elevated zone; colour
white, transparent and glossy. Size not half a line. Found at Reculver, and on
the coast of Devon; very rare.
Genus 6.—TritocuLina.—D Orbigny.
Shell generally ovate-globose, with three transverse cells inyoly-
ing the axis.
1. T. glabra, pl. LVI, f. 20-21.—Renoidea glabra.—First Ed., pl. 1, f. 20-21.
Shell nearly circular, three lobed, the two external ones longest, and involving
the third; smooth, transparent and glossy. Size about a line. Found at Dunbar
by General Bingham; rare.
2. T. rotundata, pl. LVI, f. 14-15.—Renoidea rotundata.—First Ed., pl. 1, f.
14-15.
Shell perfectly globular, smooth, shining and transparent; milky white, with
three lobes, the external ones largest. Size not a line. Found at Dunbar by
General Bingham ; very rare.
3. T. bicornis, pl. LVI, f. 24.—Miliola bicornis.—First Ed., pl. 1, f. 24.
Serpula bicornis ; Montagu, p. 519.
Shell three chambered, the middle one sma’l, the outer ones rounded, considera-
bly larger, and investing it on one side, and longitudinally striated on the longer
side from the aperture, which is contracted ; mouth small, orb:cular ; colour opaque ;
white. Length one line. Found at Sandwich and Reculver.
4. T. perforata, pi. LVI, f. 26.—Milivla perforata.—F.rst Ed., pl. 1, f. 26
—Vermiculum perforatum ; Montagu, p. 519.—Serpula bicornis ; Walker, f. 3.
Shell three chambered ; central compartment flat, thin, and perforated, with a se-
milunar dise on one side, and a larger curved chamber on the other; colour white,
opaque, and glossy. Found at Sandwich and Cornwall; very rare.
5. T. striata, pl. LVI, f. 27.—Miliola striata.—First Ed., pl. 1, facin
Shell with three compartments, the two outer ones investi g the others; the
whole are longitudinally striated ; yellowish white; nota line in length. Found at
Belton sands, near Dunbar, by General Bingham.
6. T. minuta, pl. LVI, f. 18-19.—Miliola minuta.—First Ed., p\. 1, f. 18-19.
Shell three chambered, the middle one flat on one side, and raised on the other 5
it is entirely invested by the outer valves, one of which is slender, and the other
broad, and tapering, with three or four strongly marked longitudinal striz ; size
about half a lime. Found at Dunbar by General Bingham.
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Grnus 7.—RenomwRa—Brown.
Shell multilocular, the volutions mutually involving the axis ;
the opening at the point of the superior chamber.
1. R. oblonaa, pl. LVI, f. 16-17.—First Ed., pl. 1, f. 16-17.
Shell oblongz-ovate, kidney shaped, with six compartments, the three superior in-
vesting the inferior ones; colour bluish white, very transparent and glossy. Length
one line. Found at Tenby, Wales, by George Lyons, Esq.
Genus 8.—Mitiota—Lamarck.
Shell multilocular, transverse, ovate-globular, or elongated, with
transverse cells surrounding the axis, and alternately surmounting
each other; aperture very small, orbicular or oblong, situated at
the base of the last volution.
1. M concentrica, pl.-LVI, f. 22.—First Ed., pl. 1, f. 22.
Shell consisting of four small, oblong, central, double semilunar compartments,
invested by two large ones; smooth, shininz, and of a cream white colour; size
about a line. Found at Dunbar by General Bingham.
Genus 9.—Lacena.— Walker.
Shell unilocular, flask-shaped and free.
1. L. perlucida, pl. LVI, f. 29.—First Ed., pl. 1, f. 29; Vermiculum perlu-
cidum ; Montagu, p. 525, pl. 14, f. 3.
Shell flask-shaped, smooth, furnished with six equidistant, longitudinal ribs, and a
small knob at the base; neck very long, subcylindrical, aperture extremely small ;
colour white, transparent and glossy, sometimes brownish. Length not a tenth of
aninch. Found at Seasalter.
2. L. striata, p\. LVI, f. 36.—First Ed., pl. 1, f. 36; Walker, f.6; Vermiculum
striatum ; Montagu, p. 523.
Shell suboval, with a slender produced neck; body longitudinally and conspicu-
ously striated, beg more opaque than the rest of the shell; shaped like a Florence
flask ; aperture small, orbicular. Length not half a line. A rare shell, found at
Sandwich, Reculver, Shepey, and on the south coast of Devonshire.
3. L. squamosa, pl. LVI, f. 32.—First Ed., pl. 1, f. 32; Vermiculum squa-
mosum ; Montagu, p. 526, pl. 14, f. 2.
Shell subglohose, marked with undulated scale-like strie; aperture a little pro-
duced. A minute species from Seasalter.
4, L. marginata, pl. LVI, f. 30-31.—First Ed., pl. 1, f. 30-31 ; Walker, f. 7;
Vermiculum marginatum ; Montagu, p. 524.
Siell somewhat flask-shaped, its centre invested by a rib, subdividing the body ;
colour white, transparent and glossy. From Reculver; very rare.
5. L. urna, pl. LVI, f. 33.—First Ed., pl. 1, f. 33; Vermiculum urne ; Mon-
tagu, p. 525, pl. 14, f. 1.
Shell urn-shaped, smooth, glossy, semi-transparent and white; at the base there
is a slender appendage, or knob; superior extremity produced into a conic neck, in
which is situated the aperture. Length not quite a line. Found in sand at Shepey
Island.
6. L. retorta, pl. LVI, f. 34-35.—First Ed., pl. 1, f. 34-85; Serpula retorta ;
Walker, f. 10; Vermiculum retortum ; Montagu, p.°524.
Shell suborbicular, retort-shaped, white, opaque; centre of the body and outer edge
of the neck invested Ly a strong longitudinal rib; mouth subcylindrical and recurved,
with a small subumbilicus at the base of the neck. Diameter not halfaline. Found
at Sandwich.
ORDER Il—TRACHELIPODA.
Posterior part of the body spirally convolute, separated from the
feet, and constantly enveloped in a shell; foot free, depressed, at-
tached to the lower base of the neck, on the anterior part of the
body, and forming a member of locomotion; shell spiral and envel-
oping.
Section ].—Zoopuacous TRACHELIPODA.
The animals are entirely marine, having a protruding syphon,
and respiring water only, which reaches the branchiz by this sy-
phon; they are devoid of maxilla; provided with a retractile pro-
boseis; and feed on other animals. Shell spiral, enveloping, with
the aperture canaliculate, notched or effuse at its base.
Famity I.—Invo.ure.
Shell destitute of a canal, but having its aperture notched or
MOLLUSCA. 3
effuse at the base, and its volutions compressed, and convoluted in
such @ manner as the external one nearly envelopes the others.
Genus I.—Cyer2ea.—Linneus.
Shell ovate, or oblong-ovate, convex; margins involute; aperture
longitudinal, narrow, dentated on both sides, effuse at the extremities ;
spire very small, generally concealed in the mature shells.
1. C. Europea, pl. Il, f. 8-12.—First Ed., pl. 44, f. 8-12; Cyprea pediculus ;
Montazu, p. 200, Donovan, II, pl. 43.
Shell oval, glossy, tumid on the back, surrounded with transverse elevated striae,
which terminate within the lips, giving them the appearance of being crenulated ;
the surrounding stri# in some places divided by interinediate shorter ones, or in some
instances they are bifurcated; colour pale purplish brown, or skin colour, with three
dark, blackish brown spots on the ridge of the back; the middle one often very
faintly marked; face of the shell, in which the lips are situate, white, or very pale
flesh colour. Common on many of the shores of Britain and Ireland.
This species, like the whole of the Genus, is very dissimilar in its young and adult
state, and has in consequence been described in those conditions as distinct species.
Fig. 6, pl 2, is the shell in its early state, the Bulla diaphana of Montagu, p. 225,
pl. 7, f. 8; and f. 10 is the same in a more advanced condition; the Cyprea bullata
of Montagu, p. 202, pl. G, f. 1. In both these stages it is entirely devoid of striw,
being diaphanous, glossy and thin.
Montagu describes the variety of this species, which is destitute of spots, as the
C. Arctica. Authors have also confounded it with the C. pediculus of Linnzus,
from which it is at once distinguished, being devoid of the dorsal suleus.
Genus 2.—Ovu.a.— Bruguiere.
Shell turgid, attenuated at both ends; margins convolute; aperture
longitudinal, narrow, effuse at the extremities; the left margin
without teeth.
1. Ovula patula, pl. I, f. 11-13.—First Ed., pl. 44, f. 11-13; Bulla patula ;
British Zoology, pl. 70, f. 85, A; Montagu, p. 207.
Shell smooth, glossy; pale fawn, or cream white; oblong, involuted, upper end
extending beyond the body, base more produced; aperture large, terminating in a
short canal at each end, most contracted at the top; columella twisted, and ending
in an oblong subumbilicus on the pillar lip; outer lip plain, and very thin.
and one-tenth of an inch, breadth one inch, Found at Weymouth.
Length one
Famity II.—Co.tumecvania.
Destitute of a canal at the base of the aperture, but with a sub-
dorsal notch, more or less distinct, and folds upon the columella.
Genus 3.—Votvaria.—Lamarch.
Shell cylindrical, convolute; the spire hardly protruding; aper-
ture narrow, nearly the whole length of the shell; columella with
one or more folds near its base.
1. V. cylindrica, pl. X1X, f.36-37.—First Ed., pl. 38, f. 36-37; V. pailida ; La-
marek, 7, p. 353; Bulla cylindrica, Pulteney, p. 40; B. cylindracea, Montagu,
p- 221, pl. 7, f. 2; Pennant, pl. 70, f. 85; Donovan, IV, pl. 120, f. 2. 2.
Sheil slender, cylindric, smooth, glossy and white; aperture extending its whole
length, very narrow and somewhat dilated at the base ; outer lip thin, acute, straight -
inner lip thickened, opaque and white; columella somewhat indented. Length five-
eighths of an inch, breadth two-eighths. Inhabits the sea at Falmouth, Teignmoutn,
and Dawlish, South Devonshire, Beddleford Bay in the north, and on the Caernar-
vonshire coast, Tyne sands, Frith of Forth, and Portmarnock, Ireland.
2. V. subcylindrica, pl. XIX, f. 19-20.—First Ed., pl. 38, f. 19-20.
Sheil subcylindrie, oblong-ovate, smooth, white; aperture umbilicated, the whole
length of the shell, compressed, widening a little towards the base, outer lip rising
a little above the apex; pillar lip slightly reflected at the base, forming a subum-
bilicus. Length one-eighth of an inch, breadth half its length. Discovered at
Dunbar by General Bingham.
3. V. umbilicata, pl. X1X, f. 9.—First Ed., pl. 38, f. 9; Bulla umbilicata ;
Montagu, p. 222, pl. 7, f. 4.
Shell oblong-oval, smooth, and white; apex rounded and strongly umbilicated ,
aperture the whole length of the shell, very narrow, dilating a little at the base.
Length an eighth of an inch, breadth about half its length. Found in sand at Fal-
mouth harbour.
4. V. alba, pl. XIX, f. 43-44.—First Ed, pl. 38, f. 43-44,
Shell subcylindrical, bulging in the centre, thin, smooth, glossy and white ; aperture
the whole length of the she!l, a little compressed in the centre, and dilated towards
the base; outer lip thin, pillar lip thickened at the base, with a very slight dupli-
cature at the bottom of the columella; no visible spire, but its apex slightly subum-
4 MOLLUSCA.
bilicated. Length not quite three-ciehths of an inch, breadth an eighth and a half.
Found at Greenock by Stewart Ker, Esq. ; rare.
5. V. pellucida, pl. XIX, f. 45-46.—First Ed., pl. 38, f. 45-46.
Shell subeylindrical, smooth, thin, pellucid and white ; aperture whole length of
the shell, somewhat dilating for half its extent ; outer lip rising above the body, and
a little thickened at its edge; superior extremity with a subumbilicus, and a very
slight duplicature towards the base of the columella. Length an eighth and a half
of an inch, breadth a little more than half its length. We found this on the beach
- at Dunbar; very rare.
6. V. truncata, pl. XIX, f. 17-18.— V. retusa—First Ed., pl. 38, f. 17-18; Bulla
truncata ; Montagu, p. 223, pl. 7, f. 5.
Shell subeylindrical, rather strong, opaque white; upper part longitudinally
striated, for about a third its length; apex truncated and largely umbilicated,
showing their volutions; aperture the whole length, very narrow, but dilated a little
at the base, and contracted most in the middle. Length nearly a quarter of an
inch, breadth about half its length, more bulging beneath. Found in sand at Sal-
comb bay, Devonshire, Weymouth, and Falmouth.
7. V. retusa, pl. XIX, f. 12.—First Ed., pl. 38, f. 12; Bulla truncata ; V.
Reglubiensis ; Adams, in Linn. Tr. V, pl. J, f. 1-2.
Shell moderately strong, subeylindric, opaque and white, longitudinally wrinkled ;
apex obtuse, aperture whole length of the shell, very much compressed at the top,
and gradually widening beneath, base somewhat contracted; outer lip slightly inflected
above and thin below. Length an eighth anda half of an inch, breadth half its
length. Found in sand at the Wash, and at Belton sands, Frith of Forth.
Genus 4.—MarGine_ita.— Lamarck.
Shell oblong-ovate, smooth; spire short, outer lip with a mar-
ginal longitudinal varix; base slightly notched; columella plaited ;
folds nearly equal.
1. M. catinata, pl. X, f. 14.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 14; Voluta catinata ; Mon-
tagu, p. 236, pl. 6, f. 2.
Shell oblong-oval, strong, subpellucid, white and very glossy; with four bands of
opaque white, oblong spots, connected by small rufous catinated specks; upper
yolution hardly defined, apex indented, involute ; aperture linear, extending the whole
length of the shell; outer lip thick, obsoletely denticulated, but not marginated ;
columella quadruplicated, with two strong and two faint folds. Length a quarter of
an inch, breadth at top one-eighth. Found in pools of water, St Austle bay, near
Fowey, off the Lizard, and at Penzance.
Genus 5.—CoLuMBELLA.—Lamarck.
Shell oval, or ovate, spire short; base of the aperture more or
less emarginate, and destitute of a canal; columella plaited; outer
lip with an internal prominence, which contracts the aperture.
1. C. levis, pl. X, i, 15.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 15; Cyprea voluta ; Montagu,
p- 203, pl. 6, Ea
Shell conoid, stronz, thick, the body very large, spire very short, consisting of
two very small volutions; aperture linear, terminated by a short canal; inner lip
faintly, and the outer lip rather strongly denticulated and thickened ; columella sub-
plicated; surface with a fine polish, and both angles of the aperture have a slight
tinge of pink. Length about half an inch. Found in deep water in Salcomb bay.
Famity I]]—Purpurirera.
Shell with a short canal posteriorly ascending, or with an oblique
notch at the base of the aperture, directed backwards.
Genus 6.—Buccinum.—Linneus.
Shell ovate, or ovate-conical; aperture longitudinal, with the
base emarginate; no canal; columella not depressed, turgid above.
1. B. undatum, pl. 1V, f. 8.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 8; Montagu, p. 237; La-
marek, VII, pl. 7, p. 263; Pennant, IV, pl. 73, f. 90; Donovan, pl. 104.
Shell strong, with seven or eight ventricose volutions, spire short, body large,
ventricose; undulately ribbed, and with strong waved transverse striw, intersected
with finer longitudinal striz; covered with a strong fuscous epidermis, beneath
which the shell is brownish or white. Young shells are sometimes mottled with
brown. From 4 to 5 inches in length. Inhabits*almost all the British coasts.
Figures 9 and 10 is a reversed or heterostrophe variety of this shell, found by Walter
C. Trevelyan, Esq. at Ramsgate, and is preserved in the splendid museum of Sir John
Trevelyan, Bart., at Wallington. A small variety is common in Loch Ryan, with a
strong wave in the outer lip; the body without undulations, and the spire slightly
undulate. Fig. 1, pl. 4, is what appears to us another variety of B. undatum ;
it is much more subulate, the spire is fusiform; the breadth of the body being only
[TRacHELIPoDA.
a third of its length. It is from deep water, off the Orkney coast. We figured this
from an excellent specimen in the cabinet of William Nicol, Esq., Edinburgh.
2. B. Anglicanum, pl. IV, f. 11.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 11; Lamarck, VII, p. 264;
Buccinum striatum ; Pennant, 1V, p. 121; Lister Ang., p. 157, pl. 3, f. 3.
Shell oblong, conical, thin, transversely and prominently suleated and striate ;
fuscous brown, with reddish-brown spots and clouds; volutions convex; spire very
short, body very large; apex of the spire obtuse; columella subverrucose. From
three to four and a half inches in length. Found on the whole of the western coast
of Britain, but rather rare on the east coast. Fig. 2, pl. 3, we consider a greatly
produced variety of this shell from Orkney, where it is obtained by fishermen in
deep-sea fishing adhering to their lines. It agrees in every particular with the B.
Anglicanum, except in being much more elongated. Drawn from a fine specimen
in the cabinet of William Nicol, Esq., Edinburgh. Fig. 3, pl. 3, is another variety
from Zetland, in the cabinet of our friend, Edward Forbes, jun., Esq., of Douglas,
Isle of Man. This variety was procured by Dr Edward Charleton, and was figured
by Mr Forbes in the Magazine of Natural History, VIII, p. 593.
3. B. glaciale, pl. IV, f. 12-13.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 12-13; Montagu, Sup.
p- 109; Maton and Racket in Linn. Trans. VIII, p. 136; Donovan, V, pl. 154.
Shell rather thin, taper and of a livid brown colour, with nine volutions, spirally
striate; top of each volution dentated or semicostated; near the base there is usually
a single transverse stria larger than the others, which has been described as a semi-
carina; aperture ovate, outer lip thin, somewhat spreading in adult shells. Length
two and a half inches. Found in Orkney; very rare.
4, B. Humphreysianum, pl. IV, f. 14.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 14; Bennet, in
Zool. Jour., 1, p. 398, pl. 17, f. 1-2.
Shell thin, ovate-conical, with eight convex volutions, covered with fine, close
set, transverse, slightly undulated strie, crossed by very minute longitudinal lines ;
the last volution furnished with three brown double bands, the upper one nearly
obsolete, irregularly spotted with white, gradually disappearing in the upper volutions,
columella smooth, white; aperture horn coloured, lip white, slightly thickened and
reflected on the margin; canal very short, with a slight tinge of violet behind it.
Length two inches, breadth one inch. Inhabits the harbour of Cork, where it was
discovered by Mr John D. Humphreys.
Mr Bennet says this shell approaches nearly to the Buccinum Norwegicum, En-
cyclop. Method., pl. 399, f. 5, but differs from it in its less elongated form, m
the absence of the grooves which that shell possesses in addition to the strie, in the
regular convexity of its volutions, which are not flattened at the top, and in the
smoothness of its columella.
5. B. ovum, pl. IV, f. 15.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 15; Turton, in Zool. Jour.,
II, p. 366, pl. 13, f. 9.
Shell oval, inflated, thin, ivory white, with six tumid volutions; outer lip thin,
smooth. Length an inch and three quarters, breadth rather more than an inch.
Dredged off Plymouth.
6. B. breve, pl. 1V, f. 16-17.First Ed., pl. 49, f. 16-17; Adains, in Linn.
Trans., III, pl. 13, f. 3-4; Montagu, p. 250.
Shell white, short; with five volutions; longitudinally costated, and transversely
striate.
7. B. obtusulum, pl. IV, f. 18.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 18; Walker, pl. 9, f. 89;
Adams, Mic., pl. 14, f. 25; Montagu, p. 250.
“: The bellied whilk of three spires, with an oval aperture; colour opaque white.”
From Feversham Creek; very rare. Walker.
The above two species have not come under our own notice, and therefore we give
them as figured and described by the authors.
8. B. acuminatum, pl. III, f. 5-6; Broderip, in Zool. Jour., V, p. 44, pl. 3,
f.. 1=2.
Shell conical-subulate, tapering gradually from the angle of the body to the apex,
which is acuminated ; spire consisting of nine volutions; the whole shell covered
with strong spiral, elevated, angular strie ; coated with a brown epidermis; aperture
milk-white ; edge of the lip somewhat reflected; columella with the inner lip strongly
marked with a double plait; basal furrow deep, and the canal large. Dredged alive
off Torquay, by Viscount Kilcoxrsie ; and is now in the cabinet of Mr Sowerby.
9. B. fusiforme, pl. II, f. 4; Broderip, in Zool. Jour., V, p. 45, pl. 3, f. 3.
Shell fusiform, white, with seven ventricose volutions, crossed by numerous
longitudinal subgranulose ribs, and striate transversely ; the ribs do not extend to the
lower part of the body volution, but leave the base simply striated transversely,
pillar smooth. Found by Mr J. Humphreys, near Cork. In the museum of Mr
Sowerby.
Genus 7.—Nassa.—Lamarch.
Shell ovate, or ovate-conical, spire generally very short, and in
some species much depressed; aperture contracted, or nearly ovate;
lip in some species greatly thickened, and covering the whole body in
front, forming a uniform mass with the columella; canal straight.
1. N. reticulata, pl. 1V, f. 22.—Buccinum reticulatum.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 225
Montagu, p. 240; Donovan, pl. 76; B. pullus, Pennant, IV, pl. 72, f. 88; Lamarck,
VIF; pie6as
INVOLUTE. |
Shell strong, reticulated, seven or eight volutions, tapering to a fine point; with
numerous longitudinal ribs; strongly reticulated transversely, giving the shell a
tuberculated appearance; aperture sub-oval; outer lip even, not thickened at the
back; inner lip strongly denticulated interiorly, which, with the columella, is
glossy white, colour of the shell brown. Common on many of our sandy shores.
2. N. hepatica, pl. 1V, f. 19.—Buceinum hepaticum.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 19;
Montagu, p. 243, pl. 8, f. 1; Maton and Racket, in Linn. Trans., VILI, p- 138,
pl. 4, f. 5.
Shell strong, of a burnt-umber brown colour, with seven or eight volutions, stronzly
ribbed longitudinally ; a transverse line or depression, near the top of each volution;
which cutting the ribs produces a series of small knobs ; the shell is otherwise smooth,
and somewhat glossy, except a few strong striw at the base of the body ; volutions tumid,
deeply divided; apex sharp; outer lip thickened, inflected to an edge, beneath which
are several denticulations or stri@; inner lip much reflected, with one tooth-like
ridge on the upper part, sometimes with a white base. Found at Weymouth, and in
Lough Strangford, Ireland; a rare shell. Its ordinary length is one inch, and its
breadth five-eighths; our specimen measured an inch and a quarter in length, and
nearly six-eighths in breadth.
3. N. ambigua, pl. IV, f. 20-21.—Buccinum ambiguum.—First Ed., pl. 49,
f. 20-21; Montagu, p. 242, pl. 9, f. 7; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII,
p- 188, pl. 4, f. 5.
Shell sub-conic, thick, strong, with six volutions, prominently ribbed longitudinally,
and finely striated transversely; ribs distant, swelling at the junctions of each volu-
tion, into knobs or tubercles; aperture sub-orbicular ; outer lip thickened by the rib,
slightly denticulated; pillar lip replicated, with usually two slight, distant folds.
Length somewhat more than half an inch, breadth three-eighths. Found on the
sands between Weymouth and Portland, and the north shore at Poole.
4. N. varicosum, pl. IV, f. 24.—Buccinum varicosum.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 24;
Turton, in Zool. Jour. II, p. 365, pl. 13, f. 7.
Shell conic, with seven flattish, decussated, whitish volutions, ornamented with
rufous marks, and having two or three white varices; aperture nearly orbicular,
purple, toothed on each side; columella white. Length six-tenths of an inch, breadth
four-tenths. First discovered in deep water in Torbay, by Mr Griffiths.
5. N. macula, pl. IV, f. 23.—Buccinum macula.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 23;
Montagu, p. 241, pl. 8, f. 4; Maton and Racket, in Linn. Trans., VIII, pl. 4, f. 4;
B. minutum ; Pennant, pl. 79.
Shell with six or seven longitudinally ribbed volutions, transversely striated ;
apex acute ; aperture sub-orbicular; outer lip thickened, gibbous behind, and den-
ticulated within. This shell is extremely variable in colour, being sometimes entirely
red, reddish brown, fuscous, purple, and yellow, but seldom white; it is frequently
mottled ; but in all those modifications, it preserves its invariable characteristic of a small
dark spot of purplish brown, at the outer edge of the canal; the tip of the spire be-
ing frequently of a purple tinge. Length about half an inch, breadth a quarter of an
inch. Not uncommon on most of the British coasts; we may particularize Dorset-
shire, Devonshire, Kent, Frith of Forth, and Dublin Bay.
6. N. minima, pl. LV, f. 25.—Buccinum minimum.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 25 ;
Montagu, p. 247, pl. 8, f. 2; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 138.
Shell thick, five tapering volutions, with strong longitudinal ribs; intersected by
transverse strig, giving it a decussated appearance ; aperture oval; both lips smooth,
Colour varying from dark to light chestnut; destitute of any spots or markings.
Searcely two-tenths of an inch in length, breadth about a tenth. Found on the
south coast of Devon, at the mouth of the Aun, and in deep water off Torcross and
Salcomb.
7. N. Bryerii, pl. TV, f. 26.—Buccinum Bryerium.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 26;
Turbo Bryerius ; Montagu, p. 313, pl. 15, f. 8; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.,
VIII, p. 172.
Shell strong, conical, glossy, white, with seven smooth, fine, continuously ribbed,
somewhat round yolutions; well defined by the suture, scarcely interrupting the
tibs, which are seventeen or eighteen in number; aperture oval; outer lip strong,
pillar lip replicate, smooth. Length nearly a quarter of an inch. Found on the
coast of Weymouth.
Montagu says there is a variety of this shell, with the ribs stronger and fewer,
not exceeding twelve.
8. N. picta, pl. V, f. 64.—Fusus pictus.—First Eu, pl. 48, f. 64; Purpura
picta; Turton, im Zool. Jour., IT, p. 365, pl. 13, f. 8.
Shell oval, oblong, glossy, whitish, with ochreous blotches, disposed in reticular
masses; having eight well rounded, and distinctly separated volutions ; decussate ;
outer lip smooth. Length four-tenths of an inch, breadth hardly two. Dredged by
Dr Turton in the British Channel.
Genus 8.—Purrura.—LZamarck.
Shell ovate, smooth, tubercular or angular; aperture dilated,
emarginate at the base, with an oblique subcanaliculate sinus; co-
lumella depressed, terminating below in a point.
1. P. lapillus, pl. 1V, fs. 4, 5, 6, and 7.—First Ed., pl. 49, fs. 4, 5, 6, and 7;
Lamarck, VII, p. 244; Buccinum lapillus ; Montagu, p. 239; Pennant, 1V,
pl. 72, f. 89.
MOLLUSCA. 5
Shell thick, with five or six volutions, strongly striated spirally, and with five ele-
vated, irregular, undulated, longitudinal strie ; spire short, pointed; body large ;
aperture oval, outer lip waved or subdenticulated; pillar lip smooth, replicated. Length
rarely exceeds two inches, breadth an inch. Common on almost all the British
coasts, adhering to stones near or beyond high-water mark.
This species is subject to great variety, not only in form, but also in coloration.
In the young state the outer lip is thin, with the reflection on the columella imper-
fect; in the full grown shells, the onter lip is much thickened and dentated, as in fig.
4. This is the most common variety. The next variety is that at fig. 5, with the
outer lip thin, and somewhat ribbed interiorly. The most distinct variety is that at
fig. 7, in which the outer lip is much expanded and thin, the volutions of the spire
more deeply divided than in the common variety. Beautiful highly coloured speci-
mens of this shell are found at Montrose in the harbour. Fig. 6 is the Purpura
Anglicana of Lister’s Conchology, pl. 965, f. 18. He does not say from whence he
obtained this singu'ar variety.
Genus 9.—Cassiparta.— Lamarck.
Shell obovate, or ovate-oblong; aperture longitudinal, narrow,
terminating in an ascending curved canal ; outer lip marginated, or
folded back at the margin; inner lip covering the columella, ge-
nerally rough, granular, tuberculate, or rugose.
1. C. leve, pl. IV, f. 1.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 1.—Buccinum lave ; Adams,
Linn. Tr., ILI, pl. 13, f. 7-8; Montagu, p. 251; Maton and Racket, Linn. Tr., VIII,
p. 140.
Sheli smooth, opaque white, with three volutions, spire very short; body ventri-
cose, beak long; aperture oval. Found on the coast of Pembrokeshire.
2. C. minuta, pl. 1V, f. 2.—First Ed., p. 49, f. 3.—Buccinum minutum ; Adams,
Linn. Tr., III, pl. 13, f. 5-6; Montagu, p. 250; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trs.,
VIII, p. 140.
Shell minute, with longitudinal costated volutions of au opaque white colour.
Found on the Pembrokeshire coast.
3. C. obtusa, pl. IV, f. 3.—First Ed., pl. 49, f. 3; Buccinum obtusissimum ;
Adams, Linn. Tr., III, pl. 13, f. 9-10; Montagu, p. 251.
Shell smooth, with three volutions ; the apex obtuse; aperture contracted, ter-
minating in along beak. It differs from the preceding species in the form of the
aperture, and in the volutions being approximate and nearly of equal size. Found by
Mr Adams on the coast of Pembrokeshire.
Faminy IV.—A.ata.
hell provided with a canal of greater or less extent at the base
of the aperture, of which the right lip changes its form as the ani-
mal advances in age, and has a sinus at the lower part.
Genus 10.—RosTELLaria —Lamarck,.
Shell fusiform or sub-turreted, terminated below by a beaked
canal; outer lip entire in some species, and dentated in others,
more or less dilated by age ; with a sinus near the canal.
1. R. Pes pelicani, pl. V, f. 21 and 39.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 21 and 39; La-
marek, VII, p. 193, No. 5, Strombus Pes pelicani; Montagu, p. 253 ; Donovan, I
pl. 4.
Shell pyramidal, with ten longitudinal, somewhat obliquely ribbed yolutions, which
have the appearance of being tuberculate; on the base of the body are a larger and
a smaller row of transverse tubercles, each volution provided at its base by a spiral
zone of close set very small tubercles, running immediately under the ribs, and well
defined by the suture ; the whole covered with very fine, somewhat irregular, un-
dulating and spiral striw, crossed in some places by indistinct, rather obsolete longi-
tudinal lines; outer lip greatly expanded, quadrified, the superior lobe extending
upwards on the spire as far as the second or third volution; each lobe having a cen-
tral divergent groove on its inner surface, all marked by a corresponding elevated
rib behind; interior of outer lip with a highly polished generally pure white surface,
which is also continued down the spire beneath the upper lobe, and broadly reflected
on the columella; beak twisted, protruding at point; colour variable, purplish, flesh-
coloured, or yellowish brown. Length nearly two inches.
This shell varies considerably from its young to its adult condition. The young
shells are devoid of the outer lip, having much the aspect of a Cerithium:; this is the
state represented by figures 68-69, pl. V. When more advanced, they resemble the
genus Fusus, as at fig. 21. Found on the Devonshire and Welsh coasts; is must
abundant in Dublin Bay and Portmarnock, Ireland, and not unfrequent in the Frith
of Forth,
:
Famity V.—CANALIFERA.
Shell with a canal of greater or less length, situated at the base
of the aperture: the outer lip subject to but little variations in the
young and adult state.
6 MOLLUSCA.
Subdivision I.
* Having a permanent varix on the outer lip, and varices on the spire.
Genus 11.—Murex.—Linneus.
Shell ovate or oblong, with a canaliculated base ; furnished with
rough, spinous, or tuberculated varices, in each volution of the
spire, the lower ones uniting with those above, forming continuous
rows; aperture with a corneous operculum.
1. M. erinaceus, pl. VI, f. 5-6.—First Ed., pl. 47, f. 5-6; Montagu, p. 259;
Lamarck, VII, p. 172, No. 48; Donovan, I, pl. 35.
Shell strong, rough, angulated, whitish or brown; spire considerably produced,
and terminating ina fine point; with seven or eight rugose volutions, each provided with
six or seven rugged, prominent, longitudinal ribs, crossed by strong, spiral, elevated
stria ; the whole shell covered with small, concave, imbricated, arcucted scales, very
conspicuous on the body ; aperture oval; canal tubular, nearly closed in front ; outer
lip thickened by a rib; inner margin dentated ; pillar lip smooth, glossy ; white.
Length an inch and three quarters ; width nearly an inch.
In young specimens the canal is open in front, and the entire shell beset with elevated
points, which, when worn, produce a cancellated appearance, in which condition it
is frequently mistaken for a distinct species. This state is represented pl. 5, f. 60.
This species inhabits deep water, but is found on many of our shores, as in Devon-
shire, Dorsetshire, the coasts of Wales, and Frith of Forth. Common at Portmar-
nock, Ireland, and sparingly in Dublin Bay.
2. M. muricatus, pl. V, f. 28.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 28; Montagu, p. 262, pl.
9, f. 2; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 149.
Shell strong, rough, with six or seven ventricose, deeply divided, tubereulated
volutions ; spire tapering to a fine smooth point ; tubercules formed by interrupted,
longitudinal ribs, which are crossed by strong, elevated stri#; some parts exhibiting
a pointed or angulated appearance ; aperture oval, terminating in a long, straight,
slender canal; outer lip sharp, and dentated at the edge; margin crenulated within ;
pillar lip smooth ; covered by an orange-red epidermis, beneath which it is white,
tinged with flesh-colour. Length half an inch; breadth a quarter Obtained by
dredging in Saleomb Bay.
Genus 12.—Fusus.—Lamarck.
Shell fusiform or sub-fusiform, with a canal at the base ; middle
or lower part ventricose, without varices ; spire produced ; margin
of the outer lip without a notch; columella smooth ; aperture pro-
duced, with a horny operculum.
1. F. lineatus, pl. V, f. 1-2.— First Ed., pl. 48, f. 1-2; Murex lineatus ;
Leach’s MS.
Shell ucute; volutions six, turreted, terminating in a rather obtuse apex, with
about thirteen longitudinal, glossy ribs; aperture ovate, somewhat compressed, and
pointed both above and below; base of pillar lip spirally striated; outer lip rather
strong, and flattened in front, with a rib near its margin behind ; colour of a deep
reddish fawn, with transverse, waved, equidistant lines, of dark reddish brown.
Length about a quarter of an inch; breadth a sixteenth. Found on the coast of
Ireland by Dr Drummond of Belfast, and in Dr Leach’s collection, British Museum.
2. F. fuscus, pl. V, f. 3-4.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 3-4.
Shell acute; six well-defined volutions, turreted, with about thirteen or fourteen
longitudinal ribs, extending from the base to the fourth volution, the fifth and sixth
being destitute of ribs; the interstices between the ribs transversely striated; spire
not so Jong as the body; aperture ovate, pointed at each end; outer lip rather thin,
with a rib behind; base of the columella sub-umbilicated ; the whole shell of a fuscous
brown, and glossy. We found this species at Killinchy, Lough Strangford, county
of Down, Ireland.
3. F. Cranchii, pl. V, f. 5.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 5; Murex Cranchii ; Leach’s
Ms.
Shell dull brownish purple, with about eleven somewhat oblique elevated ribs;
striated transversely, slightly striate longitudinally ; aperture oblong ; outer lip thick-
ened; inner lip slightly reflected on the columella; lower part of body and outer lip
ferruginous; inside deep purple, as well as the columella. Length three-eighths
ofan inch. Found on the Devonshire coast by Mr Cranch. It is in the British
Museum.
4, F, discors, pl. V, f. 6-7.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 6-7.
Shell acute, consisting of six volutions, the spire somewhat more than a third the
length of the shell; the volutions well divided; fifteen elevated, rather close set,
longitudinal ribs invest the shell from its base to the apex; the interstices finely
striated transversely, which traverse the ribs towards the base; considerably acu-
minate ; aperture oblong-ovate, pointed at both extremities ; colour dak chocolate
brown. Length about three-eighths of an inch. We discovered this shell on Porto-
bello Sands. In Lady Jardine’s Cabinet.
This shell may at once be distinguished from 7. fuscus by the volutions of the spire
being more turreted, and the base more acuminate.
[ TrRacHELIPoDa.
5. F. discrepans, pl. V, f. 49-50.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 49-50.
Shell acute, with six dark chestnut coloured, glossy volutions; the body and two
lower volutions having eleven longitudinal strong ribs, becoming obsolete towards
the base, which is acuminate ; three superior volutions of the spire divested of ribs,
smooth and somewhat obtuse at the tip; interstices between the ribs smooth ; aper-
ture oblong; outer lip somewhat thickened; columella smooth. Length about
three-eighths of an inch. Found at Dunbar by General Bingham.
In its general form this shell nearly resembles F. discors, but differs from it in
being broader in proportion to its length, in having fewer ribs, and no intermediate striw.
6. F. castaneus, pl. V, f. 43-44.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 43.44.
Shell acute, with five volutions, the bodv and two of which are provided with
thirteen longitudinal strong smooth ribs, which become obsolete towards the base,
spire occupying about a third the length of the shell; upper volutions smooth, and
somewhat obtuse at the tip; the interstices between the coste transversely striate,
which run across the lower portion of the ribs, where the shell becomes acuminate ;
aperture oblong-ovate, considerably wider above than below ; outer lip thin ; columella
smooth; colour reddish chestnut and glossy. Length three-eighths of an inch. Found
at Dunbar by General Bingham.
The form of this and the last described species are nearly alike, and may be
easily confounded ; but attention to its having two more ribs, fewer volutions, and
the striate interstices, will at once distinguish it from F. diserepans.
7. F. minimus, pl. V, f. 35-36.—First Ed, pl. 48, f. 35-36.
Shell acute; six or seven tapering volutions, well divided by the suture, with
eleven nearly straight, longitudinal ribs. all of which, as well as the interstices, are
covered with distant, somewhat imbricated strie; ovate-oblong; rather expanded ;
outer lip a little thickened ; pillar lip smooth ; colour pale chestnut.
8. F. costatus, pl. V, f. 45-46.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 45-46 ; Murex costatus ;
Montagu, p. 265; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 144.
Shell taper ; six volutions, provided with eight or nine elevated ribs extending
beyond the suture above ; glossy and destitute of striw ; two upper volutions without
ribs; aperture obovate; outer lip a little thickened by a rib at the back; colour va-
rious; deep purplish brown, or chocolate brown; yellowish white, with spiral streaks
of reddish brown. . Length three-tenths of an inch; breadth one-eighth. Corn-
wall, Devonshire, South Wales, Dublin Bay, and Portmarnock, Ireland.
9. F. fasciatus, pl. V, f. 41-42.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 41-42.
Shell taper, eight somewhat turreted volutions, with fifteen longitudinal, nearly
straight smooth ribs, with the interstices finely striated transversely ; base of body
somewhat acuminate ; aperture ovate-oblong; pale yellowish brown, with a narrow
transverse band of reddish brown across the body. Length about three-cighths of
an inch. Discovered at Dunbar by General Bingham.
10. F. linearis, pl. V, f. 54.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 54; Montagu, p. 261, pl. 9,
f. 4.
Shell rugose, of a light brown; volutions seven or eight, rounded, with nine or
ten strong ribs, longitudinally crossed by elevated striw, the summits of which are
purplish brown; and also by fine spiral thread-like lines, throughout the whole
shell; these are, however, sometimes interrupted, and in some specimens the ribs are
entirely devoid of them; apex tapering to a fine point, where it is generally darkest ;
aperture oval, narrowed beneath; outer lip thickened at the back by a rib, crenu-
lated at the edge, and slightly so interiorly; pillardip smooth. Length more than a
quarter of an inch, breadth one-eighth. Found at Salcomb, Falmouth, and at
Dunbar.
11. F. multilinearis, pl. V, f. 22-23.—F. linearis.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 22-23-
Shell fusiform, spire very acute, seven deeply divided, somewhat ventricose volu-
tions, with fourteen smooth, prominent, longitudinal ribs, which are continued to the
base, their upper ends projecting beyond the suture in each volution; body much
acuminated below; aperture oblung, nearly radiform, greatly contracted both above
and below; outer lip thickened by a rib behind, and slightly dentated within; ribs
extending over the columella; whole shell smooth and shining, and with numerous
reddish-brown, transverse lines, occupying the interstices betweem the ribs, which
may be mistaken for stri#, unless examined with a strong lens; colour pale chestnut ;
when viewed from behind, the spire and body are nearly of equal length. Length
three-eighths of an inch, breadth one-eighth. Found at Dunbar, and in our First
Edition, mistaken for the smooth ribbed variety of F. linearis; but they differ
materially in form, the latter being less fusiform, and much broader in proportion to
its length, and being strongly striate, as well as lineated, while the #. multilinearis
is totally devoid of striw.
We are inclined to think that this is the shell which Montagu treats as a varicty
of F. linearis, when he says the linesare ‘* sometimes interrupted.” We have little
doubt, but that in many cabinets, F. fuscus, discrepans, discors, minimus, castaneus,
albus, and rufus, are associated as so many varieties of F*. costatus. We have found
this to be the case in the examination of different cabinets. ,
12. F. pyramidatus, pl. V, f. 19 20.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 19-20.
Shell fusiform, subturreted, spire very long, nearly the length of the body, taper-
ing abruptly, consisting of seven volutions; bedy and four lower volutions of the
spire with eleven waved, longitudinal, smooth ribs; the interstices finely striate
transversely ; three upper volutions of the spire smooth; aperture elongated ; outer
lip somewhat thickened above, and thin towards the base ; pillar lip reflected in the
columella; base of beak with strong, circular striz. Length three-eighths of an
ee
a
INvoLUTE.] |
inch, breadth about an eighth; colour pale chestnut brown. We found this off
St Abb’s Head, Frith of Forth.—In our own Cabinet.
13. F. crassus, pl. V, f. 8-9.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 8-9.
Shell thick, strong, smooth, fusiform ; spire consisting of five volutions, abruptly
tapering to rather an obtuse apex; with ten nearly straight, smooth, longitudinal,
white ribs, which do not reach the base in front; body and spire nearly of equal
length; aperture elongated, radiform, much narrowed both above and below ; outer
lip plain, inner lip slightly reflected on the columella; colour white, with a very broad
dark chestnut spiral belt, girdling the centre of the body, and extending to the apex,
at the base of the volutions, Length nearly half an inch, breadth not half its length.
We found this species at Prestonpans, near Edinburgh.—In Lady Jardine’s Cabinet.
14. £. attenuatus, pl. V, f. 37-38.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 37-38; Montagu,
p. 266, pl. 9, f. 6.
Shell very fusiform, slender, consisting of eight volutions; spire as long as the
body, tapering very abruptly to a fine point; the volutions well defined by the suture ;
with nine equidistant, strong, elevated, smooth, longitudinal arcuated ribs, rising in
the middle of each volution; lower part of the body much attenuated ; aperture nar-
row, considerably contracted at the canal, which is long and straight; outer lip
thickened at the back by a rib; inner lip plain; colour pale yellowish white.
Length half an inch, breadth little more than an eighth. Found in sand at Fal-
mouth Harbour, Biddeford Bay, South Wales, and at Dunbar.
15. EF. gracilis, pl. V, f. 16-17.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 16-17; Murex gracilis ;
Montagu, p. 267, pl. 15, f. 5; Murex emarginatus ; Donovan, pl. 169, f. 2.
Shell fusiform, slender ; body and spire of equal length, tapering to a fine point;
volutions ten, with eleven or twelve rather close, longitudinal, convexly arcuated
ribs, which do not continue throughout the shell, but are separated at the suture of
the spire by a flat space, at which point the strie are uninterruptedly continued
spirally throughout the shell; the whole shell crossed by numerous strie ; the ribs do
not extend to the base of the body, where the striz are stronger and more distant;
canal moderately long, ascending; outer lip a little spread, margin arcuated; inner
lip very slightly thickened; colour purplish brown. Length seven-eighths of an
inch, breadth two-eighths. Found in Biddeford Bay, Devonshire, at Tenby, Wales,
and in Dublin Bay.
16. I. nebula, pl. V, f. 10.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 10; M. nebula ; Montagu,
p- 267, pl. 15, f. 6; Murex acuminatus ; Pennant, 1V, pl. 79.
Shell with taper, costated volutions, terminating in a sharp pointed apex; longi-
tudinally and spirally striate, giving it a reticulated appearance as if covered with
gauze; volutions rather depressed, scarcely elevated above the ribs; the suture very
fine; aperture narrow, oblong-oval, the canal turning a little to the one side; outer
lip sharp ; inner lip replicate, smooth, glossy; colour various, sometimes yellowish
white, at others pale brownish, purplish, or rufous; but the most beautiful variety
is of a bluish colour, with the decussated strie white. Length half an inch, breadth
two-tenths. Found at Falmouth, the south coast of Devonshire, particularly at
Biddeford Bay, Tenby, and Laugharne, Wales, Portmarnock, and Dublin Bay,
Ireland.
17. F. septangularis, pl. V, f. 11.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 11.
Shell with seven or eight taper, longitudinally ribbed, strong volutions, termin-
ating in an acute apex; the ribs are seven in number, running from the base to the
tip of the spire, scarcely interrupted by the suture; the intermediate spaces are but
moderately concave, which gives the shella heptagonal appearance ; aperture oblong-
oval, ending in a short canal; outer, lip sharp at the edge, thickened at the back by
a ridge, the upper part contracted to an angle, where the margin is a little indented;
pillar lip somewhat replicated ; colour purplish brown, and somewhat glossy. Found
at Falmouth, Salcomb Bay, Weymouth, and the south coast of Devonshire.
18. F. accinctus, pl. V,f. 14-15.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 14-15; Murex accinctus ;
Montagu, Sup. p. 114.
Shell taper, with six or seven costated volutions ; the ribs are slightly angulated, or
more elevated in the middle of each volution, with fine spiral strie ; aperture oblong ;
eanal short ; lip entire at the upper angle; colour yellowish white, with an obsolete
brown band in the middle of the body, which continues up the spire of the shell, at
the base of each volution; this band, when examined with a lens, is observed to
he constituted of four or five contiguous thread-like lines of a brown colour, in the
depressions between the strie. Length four lines; breadth one line. Found in
the Frith of Forth by Captain Laskey.
19. F. rufus, pl. V, f. 47-48.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 47-48; Murex rufus ;
Montagu, p. 263. Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 144.
Shell taper, fusiform ; spire consisting of five volutions ; fifteen or sixteen longitu-
dinal ribs extend from the base to the apex, the whole shell covered with very fine
spiral strie ; aperture narrow, oblong, terminating in a short canal; outer lip smooth,
rarely thickened by a rib; pillar lip smooth, covered by the ribs; colour pale ru-
fous brown, sometimes chestnut. Length three-tenths of an inch; breadth one-
eighth. Found at Sandwich, Biddeford Bay, Devonshire, Dorsetshire, coast of
Wales, and Portmarnock, Ireland.
20. #. proximus, pl. V, f. 34.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 34.
pl. 30, f. 8.
Shell thick, white, with six strongly costated volutions ; apex moderately pointed ;
aperture ovate-oblong ; outer lip remarkably broad, and reflexed; the canal short,
and rather spreading at the end. Length nearly half an inch.
Montagu, Sup. p. 118,
MOLLUSCA. 7
This figure and description are taken from Montagu, who says, ‘ This shell might
readily be mistaken for an extraordinary growtn of Murex (Fusus) costatus, but it
differs materially from that species in the number of ribs, being possessed of eleven on
the body or lower volution, whereas the costatus never has more than eight, and
usually only seven, and these are broader.” Found by Captain Laskey, on Tyning-
ham Sands, near Dunbar.
We have not been able to identify this with any of the species met with in the
Frith of Forth; it differs from them all in the shortness of the aperture, in propor-
tion to the length of the body; inthis respect the nearest approach to it is the fol-
lowing :—
21. F. albus, pl. V, f. 61-62.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 61-62.
Shell white, fusiform; spire consisting of five abruptly tapering volutions, with ten
longitudinal smooth ribs; the interstices with very fine, close-set spiral strie ; apex
smooth; aperture oblong, terminating in a very short canal; outer lip thickened,
smooth; pillar lip smooth. Length three-eighths of an inch; breadth about an
eighth. Found at Dunbar by General Bingham.
22. F. purpureus, pl. V, f. 25.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 25; Murex purpureus ;
Montagu, p. 260, pl. 9, f. 3; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 148.
Shell strong, very rugose ; spire with eight or nine rounded volutions, tapering to
an extremely fine sharp point; nineteen or twenty longitudinal, somewhat oblique
ribs, traverse the shell, crossed by numerous sharp elevated ridges, which rise into
angles upon the ribs, producing sharp protruding knobs, giving the shell a cancellated
appearance, and feeling very rough to the touch; aperture narrow, oval, terminating
in a strait canal ; outer lip thin, exteriorly tuberculate, internally striate, and cren-
ated; columella destitute of ribs, obliquely striated transversely, and slightly tuber-
culate; inside purple, marked by the ribs; generally of a deep purple or brownish
purple. Length five-eighths of an inch; breadth a quarter of an inch. Found at
Salcomb, Devonshire, Tenby, Wales, and Portmarnock, Ireland.
This is one of the most elegant of our British univalves.
23. F. punctatus. pl. V, f. 56-57.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 56-57.
Shell fusiform, strong, thick, somewhat turreted ; spire with five slightly defined
volutions ; body long ; the whole shell covered with many regular series of square
and deep punctures, like those of a thimble; external surface smooth, yellowish
white; aperture oblong-ovate, acute above, ending in a very short canal interiorly
punctated; outer lip thickened, slightly tuberculate on its edge; pillar lip punctated
like the rest of the shell’ Length nearly three-cighths of an inch; breadth an
eighth and a half. We found this pretty shell at Holy Island, coast of Northum-
berland.—In Lady Jardine’s Cabinet.
24. F. subnigris, pl. V, f. 58-59.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 58-59.
Shell fusiform, spire consisting of five well defined volutions, abruptly tapering to
a point, and terminating in an obtuse apex; ten thick longitudinal ribs trayerse the
whole shell, crossed by strong distant strix, producing a cancellated appearance ;
aperture ovate, ending in a very short canal; outer lip smooth, thickened; base of
eclumella smooth ; colour very dark reddish brown, approaching to black in
some specimens. Length three-tenths of an inch; breadth about an eighth of an
inch. We first discovered this species at St Cyrus, Kincardineshire; and it was
subsequently sent to us by our late friend General Bingham, who found it plentifully
on Fuci, at Penzance, Cornwall.
25. F. turriculus, pl. V, f. 51-52.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 51-52.
p- 262, pi. 9, f. 5; Maton and “tacket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 144.
Shell fusiform, turreted; spire occupying about a third of the shell, with six or
seven volutions, terminating in an acute apex; volutions strongly defined, flattened
or cylindrical, rising above each other perpendicularly, the top of each being almost
quite flat, the whole shell covered with numerous, rather thin, longitudinal ribs,
which suddenly decline towards the suture, on the depressed top of each volution,
the interstices with very fine close-set spiral stri#; body sub-cylindrical, abruptly
acuminate beneath; aperture oblong-ovate, terminating in a rather long, somewhat
oblique broad canal; outer lip thin, sometimes thickened by a rib a little angulated
towards the top, produced by the spiral depression; inner lip smooth, glossy, and
white, very broadly reflected on the columella; colour cream white. Length three
quarters of an inch; breadth rather more than a quarter. Found at Sandwich,
Kent ; Biddeford Bay, Devonshire ; Tenby and Laugharne, Wales; Frith of Forth,
and Portmarnock, Ireland.
26. F. decussatus, pl. V, f. 53 and 55.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 53 and 55.
Shell fusiform ; spire short, consisting of five well rounded abruptly tapering vo-
lutions, separated by a deep suture, and little more than a third the length of the
body ; twelve strong longitudinal ribs cover the shell from the venter to the apex,
crossed by distant strong spiral stri#, giving the shell a cancellated appearance ;
body abruptly acuminate beneath ; aperture sub-ovate, terminating in a very long
narrow and pointed canal, equal in length to the body, the opening in front being
very strait; outer lip somewhat thickened and entire. and continuous along the co-
lumella, on which it is narrowly reflected; colour cream white. Length one inch
five-cighths; breadth an inch. We found this shell at Killough, county of Down,
Treland.
27. F. Bamffus, pl. VI, f. 1 and 4.—First Ed., pl. 47, f. 1 and 4; Murex
Bamffius ; Montagu, Sup. p.117; Donovan, V, pl. 169, f.2; Maton and Racket,
Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 149.
Shell fusiform, spire consisting of six well-defined, ventricose, and abruptly taper-
Very rare.
Montagu,
8 MOLLUSCA.
ing volutions; with about sixteen longitudinal sharp, somewhat oblique, elevated
ribs, covering the whole shell; aperture oblong, terminating in a rather lengthened,
Slightly twisted, canal; outer lip white, a little reflected, entire, and continuous ;
inner lip white, broadly reflected on the columella; colour cream white, yellowish, or
flesh-colour; the inside in some specimens of a beautiful rosy hue; length five-eighths
of an inch. Found at Banff, and is not uncommon in the Frith of Forth, adhering
to Fuci.
Young shells are covered with a fine yellowish brown epidermis.
28. F. asperrimus, pi. V1, f. 2.—First Ed., pl. 47, f. 2; Leach’s MS.
Shell turreted; spire with seven abruptly tapering volutions, deeply divided by
the suture; apex acute; with thirteen strong longitudinal ribs, crossed by sharp,
elevated, wide-set, transverse strie, giving the shell a cancellated appearance, and
where the strie cross the ribs, they produce sharp protruding knobs; aperture ob-
long-ovate, ending in a long slightly twisted, nearly closed, canal; outer lip sharp at
the edge, but thickened behind, by a tuberculate rib ; columella smooth and oblique-
ly striate; colour yellowish-white; length half an inch, breadth not quite a quarter.
Found on the Dorsetshire coast, by Mr Prideaux, and in the Cabinet of Dr Leach,
British Museum.
29. F. elegans, pl. V1, f. 3.—First Ed., pl. 47, f. 35 Leach’s MS.
Shell strong, fusiform; spire with eight volutions, divided by a narrow, elevated
belt, tapering to an acute point, and nearly equal in length to the body; with twelve
broad, depressed, longitudinal, somewhat oblique ribs; crossed by fine, thick-set,
brown lines, giving it the appearance of being striated; body abruptly acuminate;
aperture oblong-ovate, terminating in a wide, spreading, straight canal of medium
length ; outer lip strong, slightly reflected, and rising somewhat abruptly from the
body above ; inner lip white, narrow, and transversely lineated below; colour pale
fawn, with a transverse burnt sienna-coloured band, on the body, parallel with the
upper margin of the aperture. Length half an inch; breadth not a quarter. Found
on the Devonshire coast, and in the Cabinet of Dr Leach, British Museum.
30. F. antiquus, pl. VI, f. 8.—First Ed., pl. 47, f. 8; Lamarck. VII, p. 125,
No. 11; Murex antiquus ; Brown in Ency. Brit. VI, p. 488; Murex despectus ;
Montagu, p. 256; Donovan, IV, pl. 119; Pennant, IV, No. 78.
Shell strong ; spire short, consisting of seven or eight ventricose, well defined
volutions, abruptly tapering to a sharp apex; body large, acuminate beneath; the
whole shell with numerous somewhat undulating spiral stria. crossed by faint, nearly
obsolete, longitudinal strie, or lines of growth; beak with strong pleats behind ;
aperture sub-oval, ending in a canal of medium length; outer lip plain, entire,
smooth, and slightly refiected in perfect specimens; pillar lip broadly reflected on
the columella; colour yellowish-white, pale fawn, ferruginous, or grayish-brown ;
inside white in some specimens, and yellow-orange in others. Length varying from
four to five inches.
The magnificent specimen from which we drew our figure was taken, in deep
water, in the British Channel, off Liverpool, by William Nicol, Esq. Edinburgh, and
is in his Cabinet ; it measures six inches and three-eighths in length.
This shell is found on most of the British coasts, in deep water. It is also abun-
dant in the sea around Treland.
This species varies much in its proportions in different localities. Those of the
German Ocean, and whole eastern line of the British coasts, are longer and nar-
rower than those of the Irish Channel, and western coasts of Scotland, the body of
the latter being larger in proportion to the length of the spire, and also much
broader. We give the following measurements, which will be found to represent
their prevailing proportional dimensions. The specimen from which we figured our
illustration, from the Irish Channel, was in length 64 inches; breadth 333; length of
aperture from the hase of the canal 44; width from the pillar lip to the outer lip
13; length of lower volution of spire from the top of the aperture 12; of the re-
maining volutions 13; breadth of the body 3 inches. A specimen from Hartlepool,
county of Durham, length 6% inches; breadth 33; length of aperture 33 ; breadth
of do. 13; length of lower volution of the spire 7; from lower volution to the top
of spire 2} inches.
31. F. TLurtoni, pl. VII, f. 1; Bean in Loudon’s Journal, V1, p. 493, f. 61.
Shell fusiform ; spire consisting of eight well defined, acuminate, abruptly tapering
yolutions ; covered with slightly elevated spiral lines, broader than the intervening
spaces, and crossed by numerous longitudinal lines of growth; the volutions are a
little tumid in the middle, from which they gradually slope to the suture; aperture
ovate, nearly the same length as the spire, terminating in a very short and wide
canal; outer lip a little dilated, and very thick ; inner lip smooth, g'ossy, and broad-
ly reflected on the columella; colour white, covered with a brown epidermis; inside
pale violet. Length four inches and a half; breadth about two inches. Found
among the rejectamenta of a fishing-boat at Scarborough, by William Bean, Esq.
and in his Cabinet. A represents the operculum.
This shell has much the aspect of F. antiquus, and is probably only an elongated
lusus of that species.
32. F. carinatus, pl. VI, f. 10 and 13.—First Ed., pl. 47, f. 10 and 13; La-
marek, VII, p. 126, No. 13; Murex carinatus ; Pennant, 1V, pl. 77, f. 96; Do-
novan, IV, pl. 109; Murex antiquus ; Montagu, p. 559.
Shell strong; spire turreted, consisting of seven volutions, the centre of each
rising into a strong, undulated, carinated ridge, and all deeply divided by the
suture; body and spire with wide, undulating, depressed, longitudinal ribs; crossed
(TracHEipopa.
by waved, spiral strie; aperture oval, terminating in a long canal; outer lip even
except where the ridges terminate; inner lip smooth; inside livid white; external
colour pale brown. Length three inches and a half.
Figs. 31, 32, and 33, are supposed by Captain Laskey to be the young of this
shell. He says he found it on the coast near Dunbar. We do not think that it agrees
with the F. carinatus.
Said to be found in Scotland, but we consider this very doubtful as a British
species.
33. F. corneus, pl. VI, f. 7 and 9.—First Ed., pl. 47, f. 7 and 9; Murex cor-
neus ; Montagu, p. 258; Donovan, II, pl. 38; Pennant, IV, pl. 76, f. 99.
Shell strong, fusiform ; spire consisting of seven tapering, well defined volutions ;
with distant spiral stria, and slightly wrinkled longitudinally ; aperture oblong-oval,
terminating in a long somewhat oblique canal; with a few transverse wrinkles at the
point of the beak behind ; outer lip smooth; inner lip broadly reflected on the colu-
mella; live shells are usually covered with a brown epidermis, beneath which they
are white. Length three inches; breadth one inch and a quarter.
Figs. 11 and 12 represent a variety, with the spire, body, and canal shorter; the
whole shell of greater proportional breadth than usual, and with the striae much
closer and more regular ; measuring two inches and an eighth in length, and an inch
in breadth. It was found at Seaton, Northumberland, by Walter C. Trevelyan,
Esq. and is in the Cabinet of Sir John Trevelyan, Bart. at Wallington.
The J’. corneus is plentiful on the Northumberland and Yorkshire coasts, Essex.
the Irish sea, and Frith of Forth.
34. F. gyrinus, pl. V, f. 12-13.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 12-13; Montagu, Sup.
p- 170; Martini, IV, pl. 128, f. 1231-1232.
Shell strong, short, conic, considerably tumid; spire consisting of three volutions.
each covered with three rows of tubercles; on the body there are eight rows of tu-
bercles; colour dark chestnut brown. Length scarcely a quarter of an inch ; breadth
one-eighth. Found at Nun’s Island by Captain Laskey.
35. F. minutus, pl. V, f. 18 and 24.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 18 and 24.
Shell sub-fusiform ; spire short, consisting of five short, rounded, and deeply di-
vided volutions, terminating in an obtuse apex ; body nearly four times the length of
the spire in front, obliquely depressed above, from whence it tapers to its base; the
body and two lower volutions of the spire provided with fourteen longitudinal, strong
ribs, which suddenly decline towards the suture; those of the body are thickest at
top, and gradually become thinner as they descend to the base behind, but only reach
the venter or middle of the aperture in front; the whole shell covered with very
fine spiral strie ; aperture oblong, ending in a short wide canal; outer lip thin,
smooth, continuous, abruptly rising from the body above ; inner lip slightly reflected
on the columella; colour pale chestnut, with a broad, reddish brown, transverse
band on the centre of the body, the depression on the upper part of the body, and the
top and bottom of each volution with a fillet of the same colour. We discovered this
species in Lough Strangford, Ireland.—It is in Lady Jardine’s Cabinet.
Genus 13.—PLEuRoTOMA.— Lamarck.
Shell turreted or fusiform, terminated below by a straight canal,
more or less long; aperture with a fissure or notch at the upper
part.
1. P. sinuosa, pl. V, f. 40.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 40; Murex sinuosus ; p. 264,
pl. 9, f. 8; Maton and Racket, in Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 143.
Shell strong, thick, white; six longitudinal, slightly raised volutions, tapering to
a fine point; with seven strong, elevated, arcuated ribs, which do not quite extend
to the upper part of the volutions, m each, separated only by a fine thread-like line ;
the whole shell finely and regularly spirally striated, less conspicuous on the ribs, but
well defined in the interstices between them; aperture oblong-oval, narrow ; canal
short, greatly contracted; outer lip smooth, slightly thickened by a rib, and with a
deep sinus at its upper angle; pillar lip replicated on the columella. Length three
quarters of an inch; breadth a quarter. Found at Weymouth. Very rare.
2. P. reticulata, pl. V, f. 29-30.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 29-30.
Shell sub-fusiform; spire turreted, consisting of four deeply defined volutions,
abruptly tapering to a sharp apex; with from fourteen to eighteen longitudinal,
close-set ribs, extending from the apex to the venter in front, but to nearly the base
in rear; whole shell crossed by strong spiral striz, giving it a reticulated appear-
ance; aperture oblong, narrowed at each extremity, and ending in a very short canal ;
outer lip sharp at the margin, slightly inflected, and with a sinus at its upper angle ;
pillar lip smooth; inner hp rather broadly refiected on the columella; colour pale
brown, Length a quarter of an inch; breadth an eighth. Found at Greenock, by
Stewart Ker, Esq.
Genus 14.—Ceritu1um.—Bruguiere.
Shell turreted; aperture oblong, oblique, terminated at the base
by a short, truncated, recurved canal, without a notch; the outer
lip with a groove at its upper extremity ; aperture provided with a
horny operculum.
a
INVOLUTE. |
Subdivision I.—Volulions dextral.
1. C. costatum, pl. V, f. 26.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 26; Strombus costatus ;
Montagu, p. 255; Maton and Racket, in Linn. Trans., VIII, p- 142; Donovan,
pl. 94; Cerithium costatum ; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 357.
Shell slender, tapering from the base to the apex; having ten or eleven volutions
provided with numerous fine, close-set ribs; an elevated spiral line separating the
volutions, and becoming double at the base of the shell, and lost in the upper part ;
aperture suborbicular ; outer lip a little expanded; inner Jip smooth, ending in a
sub-canal; colour dark reddish brown, or deep chestnut. Length rather less than
half an inch. Found on the coast of Cornwall, and Milton Sands, Devonshire.
Rare.
2. C. minutum, pl. V, f. 27.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 27; Strombus turboformis ;
Montagu, Sup. p. 110, pl. 30, f.7; Cerithium turbiforme ; Fleming, Brit. An.,
p- 357.
Shell slender; with seven flattened, ribbed, well defined volutions, tapering from
the base to the apex, which is obtuse ; base smooth; aperture suborbicular, ending
_ in a very short canal; outer lip a little thickened at the margin; colour pale rufous
Length rather more than a quarter of an inch, breadth
Found on the shores of Nun’s Island in the He-
brown; mouth nearly white.
at the base one-third its length.
brides, by Captain Laskey.
This is not the young of C. costatum.
3. C. tuberculatum.— Murex tubercularis.— Montagu, p. 270; and Sup. p.
116; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p- 150; Terebra tubercularis ; Flem-
ing, Brit. An., p. 346.
Shell with nine or ten volutions, tapering from the base to a pointed apex, sepa-
rated only by a slight depression, each volution provided with three rows of equal-
sized tubercles; aperture small, oval, ending in a canal, somewhat inclosed by the
columella turning inward; colour chestnut brown. Length a quarter of an inch.
Found sparingly at the mouth of the river Aun, Devonshire, Sandwich, and Dunbar.
4. C. fuscatum, pl. V, f. 67.—Murex Sfuscatus.—Montagu, p. 269; Turbo tu-
berculata ; Pennant, pl. 82, f. 111;* Terebra fuscata; Fleming, Brit. An., p- 346.
Shell tuberculate, with ten or twelve volutions, tapering from the base to an acute
apex; three or four series of crenulated spiral stria, between the tuberculated spiral
ridges ; aperture small, oval, ending ina slight canal; base spirally striate; colour
yellowish brown. Length about an inch and a half. Found at Weymouth, and
coast of Northumberland. Very rare.
5. C. reticulatum, pl. V, f. 63.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 63; Murex reticulatus ;
Montagu, p. 272; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 150; Strombifor-
mis reticulus ; Da Costa, p. 117, pl. 8, f.3; Terebra reticulata ; Fleming, Brit.
An., p. 346.
Shell strong, slender, tapering from the base to the apex, which terminates in a
very fine point; eleven or twelve volutions, each furnished with four spiral ridges,
intersected by narrow furrows, running a little oblique, producing a strongly reticu-
lated appearance over the whole shell; volutions separated by a small suture; aper-
ture oval, angulated above, ending below in a little contracted, slight canal; outer
lip thin, somewhat indented by the spiral ridges; pillar lip replicated ; base not reti-
culated; colour rufous brown. Length five-eighths of an inch, breadth rather more
than one-eighth.
Common on the coast of Cornwall, plentiful in Falmouth harbour, and on the De-
vonshire, Dorsetshire, Kentish, and Welsh coasts.
6. C. minutissimum.—Murex minutissimus ; Montagu, p. 273; Adams, Linn.
- ‘Trans., III, p- 65; Turton’s Linné, IV, p. 460.
Shell with five spiral, striated volutions ; ribs remote; beak closed, A minute,
elegant, and pellucid shell from the coast of Pembrokeshire.
We give the above imperfectly described species on the authority of Adams,
have not seen the shell.
as we
Subdivision 11.— With the volutions of the spire reversed.
7. C. adversum, pl. V. f. 66.—Cerithium tuberculatum.—First Ed., pl. 48, f.
66; Murex adversus ; Montagu, p. 271; Donovan, pl. 159; Maton and Racket,
Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 151; Fleming, Brit. An., p- 347.
Shell tapering from the base to the apex ; with ten or eleven imperfectly defined,
reversed, tuberculated volutions, ending in a fine point; each volution furnished with
three series of tubercles, the middle row smaller than the others; aperture oval,
opaque, light hair brown.
‘rarely, half an inch; breadth not quite one-eighth.
terminating in a strait canal; base with two or three smooth spiral ridges; colour
Length three-eighths of an inch, sometimes, though
Found at Weymouth, and spar-
ingly on the Cornish and Devonshire coasts.
8. C. cancellatum, pl. V, f. 64.—C. adversum.—First Ed., pl. 48, f. 64.
Shell with eleven reversed, slightly defined volutions, tapering from the base to
an obtuse apex; each volution provided with four rows of spiral, depressed tuber-
cles, producing a fine cancellated appearance. These tubercles do not extend lower
down than the upper margin of the aperture in front, and in a spirally parallel direc-
_ tion behind ; aperture triangular, pointed beneath, ending in a compressed, closed,
short canal; colour raw umber brown. Found on the Northumberland coast at
Noly Island.
MOLLUSCA. 9
Section I].—Puytipnaca.
Destitute of a projecting syphon, and usually respiring by an
orifice ; provided with jaws, and feeding upon vegetables ; shell
with the aperture entire, and without any notch or canal.
Genus 15.—Turritretta— Lamarck.
Shell turreted or conoid, with the aperture rounded or oblong,
not expanding, and the margin disunited.
1. T. terebra, pl. VIII, f. 56.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 56; Lamarck, VII, p-
56; Turbo terebra ; Montagu, p. 293; Donovan, I, pl. 22, f. 2; Pennant, IV, pl.
81, f. 113; Fleming, Brit. An., p- 302.
Shell extremely taper, greatly elongated, with from twelve to sixteen well round-
ed and deeply divided yolutions, terminating in an acute apex; three spiral, sharp,
elevated ridges traverse the shell from the lower margin of the body to the apex,
in the middle of the volutions, the centre one being most raised; the whole shell is
covered with numerous close-set, spiral striw, crossed by extremely minute, very
thick-set, longitudinal, waved striw, hardly perceptible without the aid of a lens;
colour light brown, reddish brown, or sometimes clouded ; aperture orbicular ; outer j
lip thin, but not continuous; base flattened, concentrically wrinkled, and striate.
Length varying from an inch and a half to two inches, breadth of base from three
and a half to five-eighths of an inch. Inhabits the Devonshire, Welsh, Manx, Irish,
Northumberland, and Durham coasts, and is not uncommon in the Frith of Forth,
and other parts of Scotland.
2. T. minor, pl. VIII, f. 57-58.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 57-58.
Shell acute ; with fifteen well defined, rounded, somewhat short volutions, taper-
ing to a sharp point, covered with very fine, regular, spiral strie; aperture sub-
rotund; outer lip thin. Length three-eighths of an inch, breadth not an inch. Found
on the coast of Tenby, Wales, by George Lyons, Esq., Tenby, and in his Cabinet.
Genus 16.—PuastanELta.—Lamarck.
Shell oval or conical, solid ; aperture entire, oval, longer than
broad, the margin disunited above; outer lip acute at the edge,
and not reflected; columella smooth, attenuated with a slight sa-
lient angle at the base, and a caleareous or horny operculum.
1. P. pullus, pl. X, f. 42.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 42; Turbo pullus ; Montagu,
p- 319; Donovan, I, pl. 2, f. 2-6; Turbo pictus ; Da Costa, p. 103, pl. 8, f. 1-3;
Cingula pulla ; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 308.
Shell with four or five well-rounded, smooth, glossy volutions ; the body large,
being as long as the spire ; apex rather obtuse ; aperture suborbicular, large, and
in old shells spreading on the columella; colour extremely variable, more or less
streaked and spotted with pink or purple, with dark undulated lines ; or fiesh-coloured
spotted with white; sometimes purplish-brown with white spots. Montagu men-
tions a variety which is very finely lineated, and having the appearance of being stri-
ate, and others with broad lines, intersected with interrupted bands. Length
three-eighths of an inch, breadth half its length.
The foot of the animal is furnished with a strong,
operculum.
Not uncommon on the coasts of Whitsand Bay and Falmouth, Cornwall; at Mil-
ton Sands and Ilfracomb, Devonshire; at Weymouth, Dorsetshire; and Portinar-
nock, Ireland. -
2. P. vinctus, pl. X, f. 46.—First Ed., pl. 46, f.46; Turbo vinctus ; Montagu,
p- 307; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 167.
Shell conic, with six rounded, smooth, sub-pellucid, horn-coloured volutions; the
body provided with four or five purplish-brown, or chestnut-coloured bands; a broad
space divides the three lower and upper ones; the second and third volutions of the
spire having only two zones; apex small, somewhat obtuse; aperture suborbicular ;
outer lip very thin; inner lip thick, with a narrow channel, which terminates in a
small umbilicus. Length somewhat more than three-eighths of an inch; breadth a
quarter.
This species is subject to variety, both in the colour and disposition of the bands;
sometimes it is of a pale horn-colour, with the zones very faint; at other times they
are very distinct. It is sometimes confounded with the P. canalis, but may at once
be distinguished by the canal of this species being much longer, and also by its um-
bilicus, as well as the subangulated form of the aperture. Inhabits the north and
south coasts of Devonshire, the Yorkshire, Northumberland, and eastern coasts of
Ireland, and is common in the Frith of Forth; usually adhering to Algw.
3. P. canalis, pl. X, f. 48.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 48; Turbo canalis ; Montagu,
p- 309, pl. 12, f. 11; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p- 220.
Shell conic, with five smooth, rounded, pellucid, horn-coloured volutions ; the body
one being longer than the spire ; apex pointed; aperture suborbicular, subangulated,
with the outer lip extremely thin; pillar lip broadly reflected on the columella, and
provided with a channel, terminating in an umbilicus. Length three-eighths of an
inch, breadth not half its length. Found at Southampton, and the coast of Tenby,
Wales.
thick, very convex and glossy
10 MOLLUSCA.
Montagu mentions a variety with two brown bands on the body, found by him at
Southampton, where it is not uncommon. a
4. P. crassior, pl. X, f. 43.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 43; Turbo crassior ; Montagu,
p- 309, pl. 20, f. 1; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 159; Fleming, Brit.
An., p- 299; Turbo pallidus, Donovan, V, pl. 178, f. 4; Walker, f. 24.
Shell strong, thick, opaque, conic, with five rounded volutions, flattened above,
and subcarinated, separated by a deep suture, and terminating in an acute apex ; body
with a few indistinct, nearly obsolete, spiral striae; aperture sub-orbicular, white ;
pillar lip slightly wrinkled; outer lip rather thin; colour cream-white, covered by a
yellowish-brown epidermis.
This species is nearly allied to P. canalis, but may readily be distinguished from
it, being longer in proportion to its breadth, in its volutions being more produced, and
the body shorter in proportion to the superior volutions. In the young state there
are sometimes indications of a groove and umbilicus at the base of the columella, but
which is always closed up in the adult condition.
Inhabits the coast of Sandwich, Biddeford Bay, and the coast of Wales; plentiful
m the Frith of Forth and Dublin Bay.
5. P. scripta, pl. 1X, f. 21.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 21; Maton and Racket, Linn.
Trans., VIII, p. 185; Adams, Linn, Trans., II, p. 66, pl. 13, f. 17-18.
Shell smooth, opaque; spire with two rounded, deeply-divided volutions ; apex ob-
tuse; body large, nearly three times the length of the spire; aperture sub-rotund ;
body with three brown lines, or bands, resembling characters, such as those on the
Lichens scriptus, which, however, can only be distinguished by the aid of a lens,
as they appear continuous to the naked eye. Inhabits the coast of Pembrokeshire,
6. P. cornea, pl. X, f. 47.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 47.
Shell smooth, taper; spire consisting of five slightly divided volutions terminating
in an acute apex; body nearly double the length of the spire; aperture semi-ovate,
pillar lip slightly reflected on the columella, and broadest beneath; outer lip thin,
a little inflected; colour reddish fawn. Length upwards of seven-eighths of an inch ;
breadth of body three-eighths. I found this shell at Portobello, near Edinburgh.
In Lady Jardine’s Cabinet.
7. P. stylifera, pl. X, f. 40-41.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 40-41.
Zoological Journal, II, p. 367, pl. 13, f. 11.
Shell oval, yellowish horn-colour, transparent, with five smooth volutions, the
body one being very tumid, and those of the spire extremely small, and diminishing
abruptly, terminating in an acute point; aperture sub-orbicular, with the margin
disunited at top, and extremely thin, destitute of an operculum; towards the pillar
side, the colour becomes more intensely rufous. Length a line, breadth not so
much.
Dr Turton says, ‘* The sudden and extremely minute volume of the three apical
volutions—in this respect resembling the Voluta bulloides—distinguishes it from
all the other minute turbinated shells.”
A dozen specimens of this pretty shell were found adhering to the spines of the
Echinus esculentus, dredged up in Torbay by Dr Turton.
8. P. fasciata, pl. X, f. 54.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 54. Helix fasciata.
Adams, in Linn. Trans., V, p. 5, pl. 1, f. 20-21; Montagu, p. 446.
Shell thin, smooth, white, with three volutions; the body one ventricose; the
spire depressed ; aperture dilated, columella sub-umbilicated; the body with three
transverse bands of arich marone colour, the middle one broad, and the lateral
ones narrow. Length an eighth and a half of an inch. Inhabits the coast of Pem-
brokeshire.
9. P. bifusciata, pl. X, f. 44-45.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 44-45.
Shell smooth, ventricose, consisting of four volutions; the spire very short,
and body very large and rounded; vyolutions distinctly divided; aperture semi-ovate,
narrow above, and rounded below; outer lip thin, expanding; pillar lip broadly re-
flected on the columella, with an oblong furrow in its centre; apex somewhat ob-
tuse; colour cream-white; body with two very broad umber-brown bands which
are visible inside of the aperture, and the volutions with one each at their base.
Length three-eighths of an inch. Found at Portobello, adhering to Alge, by Gen-
eral Bingham.
10. P. striata, pl. X, f. 49.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 49.
Shell smooth, horn-coloured ; spire small, consisting of two well defined volu-
tions, apex rather obtuse; body elongated; taper at the base; with very minute
spiral striae, not discernible but by the aid of a lens; aperture oblong-ovate, point-
ed at both extremities; outer lip somewhat expanded, thickened, inflected above,
and thin below; pillar lip reflected on the columella, with an elongated sub-umbilicus
on its centre. Length a quarter of an inch; breadth about an eighth. Found at the
Rock of St Skae, Forfarshire.
Turton, in
Genus XVII.—Rissoa.— Desmarest.
Shell univalve, spiral, oblong, or turreted ; not umbilicated, often
ribbed; aperture entire, oval, oblique, dilated, rather angular above,
and with a slight sinus at the base; lips entirely or nearly united,
the outer one often thickened, its edges not reflected; with a tes-
taceous operculum.
[ TRACHELIPODA.
1. R. calathisca, pl. 1X, f. 4.—Pyramis calathiscus ; First Ed., pl. 50, f. 4;
Turbo calathiscus, Montagu, Sup. p. 132, pl. 30, f. 5; Cingula calathisca ; Flem-
ing, Brit. An., p. 305,
Shell conic ; spire with five abruptly tapering volutions ; on the body are eight
transverse spiral series of tubercles ; on the lower volution of the spire four rows, and
afterwards one less on each succeeding volution, and lost in the apex, which is acute ;
the whole shell has a fine cancellated appearance to the naked eye; aperture subor-
bicular, margin white; the outer lip denticulated within; no reflection of the inner
lip on the columella ; colour deep burnt umber-brown. Length a quarter of an inch ;
breadth more than half its length. Inhabits the shores of the Island of Jura, one of
the Hebrides.
2. R. turricula, pl. IX, f. 18.—Pyramis turriculus ; First Ed., pl. 50, f. 18.
Shell subconic ; spire about half the length of the body, with four turreted, slightly
raised volutions, tapering to rather an obtuse apex; aperture semiovate, somewhat
pointed above; outer lip thin, continuous with the inner lip, which is broadly re-
flected on the columella; the body and two under volutions with strong, smooth,
glossy, longitudinal ribs; colour rusty-brown, inside pinkish-brown. Length not
quite a quarter of an inch ; breadth about two-thirds its length. Found by the Rev.
Dr Goodall, late Provost of Eton College, on the Devonshire coast. In his Cabinet.
3. R. labiosa, pl. VIII, f. 19.—Pyramis labiosus ; First Ed., pl. 51, f. 19;
Turbo labiosus ; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 164; Helix labiosu,
Montagu, p. 400, pl. 13, f. 7; Cingula labiosa ; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 307.
Shell subconic, subpellucid, of a light horn colour ; spire with six, and sometimes
seven flattish volutions, separated by a fine suture, terminating in an acute apex, which
is frequently of a purplish colour; body about double the length of the spire; pro-
vided with from twelve to fifteen faint ribs on the three under volutions; upper vo-
lutions of the spire smooth ; aperture placed slightly oblique, extremely glossy within,
semiovate ; outer lip white, much expanded, and thickened within, with its margins
thin, and a little reflexed, and usually of a purplish-brown; the back a little gibbous,
and generally whiter than the rest of the shell; pillar lip considerably reflected on
the columella, which is undulated within, forming a small elevation, somewhat like
an obsolete tooth. Length rather more than a quarter of an inch; breadth about
half its length. Found at Falmouth and various other places in Cornwall, Devon-
shire, and Dorsetshire, and Welsh coasts, and Frith of Forth.
4. R. obtusa, pl. 1X, f. 27, 28.—Pyramis obtusus ; First Ed., pl. 50, f. 27, 28.
Shell strong, glossy, white, and opaque, with four inflated well defined volutions ;
body very large in proportion to the spire, which terminates in an obtuse smooth de-
pressed volution; the whole shell with thick, longitudinal, numerous, slightly waved
ribs, strongly striated transversely, giving it 2 somewhat tuberculated appearance ;
aperture obliquely ovate; outer lip very strong, separated from the body at its upper
margin, continuous both above and below ; inner lip reflected on the columella, nar-
rowish above, and widening as it descends, with a slight sub-umbilicus.
tenth of an inch; breadth two-thirds its length.
head, by General Bingham, and in his Cabinet.
5. R. Binghami, pl. 1X, f. 29.—Pyramis Binghami; First Ed., pl. 50, f. 29.
Shell with six volutions gradually tapering to an obtuse apex, and separated by a
threadlike suture, which becomes obsolete in the upper volutions, with strong de-
pressed longitudinal ribs, which reach only to the junction of the outer lip on the
body; apex smooth, with distant transverse strie, producing a cancellated appear-
ance ; from the junction of the lip the lower part of the body is provided with very
distinct close-set transverse strie, which continue to the base of the shell, and so
strong as almost to be entitled to be called ribs, and even cross the inner lip at top ;
these are seen in the interior of the shell through the aperture, and also on the outer
lip; aperture semiovate, a little straitened above ; outer lip strong; inner lip narrow
above, and gradually widening as it descends; whole shell of a deep flesh colour.
Length an eighth and a half of an inch; breadth half its length. Found in St Fer-
gus’ Bay, near Peterhead, by General Bingham.
6. R. conifera, pl. 1X, f. 68.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 68; Turbo coniferus ; Mon-
tagu, p. 314, pl. 15, f. 2; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 173; Cingula
conifera ; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 306.
Shell strong, taper white, provided with six volutions, terminating in rather an ob-
tuse smooth apex ; the whole shell furnished with about twelve undulating ribs, in-
terrupted only by a fine suture; the interstices between them, at the top of each
volution, are formed into small cavities, producing a scolloped or denticulated appear-
ance, and is continuous throughout the suture; the ribs are crossed by minute close-
set transverse striw, which can only be seen by the aid of a lens; aperture oval,
oblique; outer lip strong, continuous; pillar lip broadly reflected on the columella.
Length a guarter of an inch; breadth a third of its length. Found at Weymouth,
Dorsetshire.
7. R. suleata, pl. 1X, f. 69.—Pyramis sulcatus ; First Ed., pl. 50, f. 69.
Shell thick, white, and glossy, with six volutions, those of the spire but slightly
raised, and tapering to rather an obtuse apex; with fourteen or fifteen longitudinal
ribs; body nearly double the length of the spire; aperture oblong oval; outer lip
thick, broad, and somewhat flattened in front, and continuous; pillar lip narrow
above, and gradually widening as it descends. Length three-eighths of an inch;
breadth about half its length. Found at Dunbar by General Bingham.
8. R. fuscata, pl. IX, f. 72.—Pyramis fuscatus ; First Ed., pl. 50, f. 72.
Length a
Found at St Fergus’ Bay, Peter-
InvoLuTe. |
Shell glossy, with seven volutions; the body and lower volution of the spire much
inflated, the remaining volutions smooth, abruptly tapering to an acute apex; lower
volution of the spire and body with eleven strong longitudinal ribs, those of the
body extending above, a little way beyond the suture of the spire, and below only
reaching to about the middle of the venter ; aperture subrotund; outer lip thickened
by a rib behind; pillar lip broadly reflected on the columella; shell of a pale fuscous
brown. Length an eighth and a half of an inch; breadth not half its length. I
found this elegant little shell at Port Seaton, Frith of Forth.
9. R. costata, pl. 1X, f. 74.—Pyramis costatus ; First Ed., pl. 50, f. 74; Turbo
costatus ; Montagu, p. 311, pl. 10, f. 6; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII,
p- 165; Turbo crassus ; Adam’s Micros. pl. 14, f. 20; Cingula costata ; Fleming,
Brit. An., p.°305.
Shell strong, white, subpellucid, glossy ; with four or five convex volutions, those
of the spire well defined by the line of the suture; furnished with strong, prominent,
oblique ribs; the whole shell very finely striated transversely, most conspicuous be-
tween the ribs; apex obtuse ; aperture semiovate ; outer lip much expanded, bor-
dered by a strong prominent sulcated rim, concentrically striated in the depression ;
a ridge rises at the aperture, and runs transversely backwards, then descends and joius
to the margin of the lip behind; this ridge is bordered above by a fine slender groove
where the longitudinal ribs terminate. The aperture, with its surrounding lips, ap-
pears distinctly separated from the body of the shell. Length an eighth of an inch;
breadth about a third of its length. Found on the coasts of Sandwich, Devonshire,
Dorsetshire, Cornwall, and the Frith of Forth.
_10. R. candida, pl. 1X, f. 75.—Pyramis albus ; First Ed., pl. 50, f. 75.
Shell strong, glossy, white ; with five gently tapering slightly raised volutions ending
in an obtuse, smooth apex; the whole covered with numerous close-set longitudinal
nearly straight ribs ; body almost double the length of the spire ; aperture semiovate,
slightly contracted above ; outer lip a little thickened; inner lip narrow above, but
gradually widening as it descends. Length an eighth and a half of an inch; breadth
not quite half its length. Found by me at Belton Sands, near Dunbar.
11. R. lactea, pl. 1X, f. 77.—Pyramis nidens ; First Ed., pl. 50, f. 77.
Shell strong, white, glossy, consisting of seven taper very slightly raised volutions,
terminating in a smooth rather obtuse apex; body and spire of equal length; the
whole provided with numerous close-set longitudinal slightly oblique ribs; aperture
semiovate, oblique, slightly contracted above; outer lip a little thickened by a rib
behind; inner lip narrow above, and expanding as it descends. Length nearly a
quarter of an inch; breadth about a third its length. Found by me at Dunbar.
12. R. Bryerea, pl. YX, f. 78.—Pyramis Bryereus ; First Ed., pl. 50, f. 78;
Turbo Brycreus ; Montagu, p. 313, pl. 15, f. 8; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.,
VIII, p. 172.
Shell strong, white, glossy, consisting of six or seven slightly rounded volutions,
well defined by the suture: provided with about seventeen longitudinal somewhat
oblique ribs, which are scarcely interrupted by the line of the suture ; aperture ovate,
slightly contracted above ; outer lip strong, thickened by a rib behind; pillar lip thick-
est below, smooth, and slightly replicate. Length about a quarter of an inch ; breadth
not quite half its length. Found at Weymouth, Dorsetshire, the coast of Cornwall,
and not uncommon in the Frith of Forth.
13. R. Zetlandica, pl. 1X, f. 79.—Pyramis Zetlandicus.—First Ed., pl. 50, f.
79; Turbo Zetlandicus ; Montagu, Linn. Trans., XI, p. 194, pl. 13, f. 3; Cyclo-
strena Zetlandica ; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 312.
Shell white, somewhat turreted; with five very tumid volutions, furnished with
spiral ridges, which are decussated with longitudinal elevated strie, that rise
into sharp, angular tubercles at the points of decussation; at the base of the
shell the spiral elevations are very prominent, and destitute of strie ; apex obtuse, and
smooth ; aperture semiovate ; outer lip much expanded, its margin ornamented with
sharp, elevated, triangular tubercles, and with a corresponding zigzag groove in its
centre ; pillar lip narrow, bounded by a prominent rib, which thickens gradually as
it descends ; above this is a flat space, with wide-set longitudinal striw, and this is
surmounted by a transverse rib, which rises from the upper angle of the outer lip.
Length not quite a quarter of an inch; breadth two-thirds its length. Found on the
shores of the Isle of Noss in Zetland, by the Rev. Dr Fleming.
14. R. denticulata, pl. IX, f. 80.—Turbo denticulatus.—First Ed., pl. 50, f.
80; Montagu, p. 315; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 213.
Shell conic, subpellucid, white; with six volutions, terminating in an obtuse,
smooth apex; the whole shell provided with nine or ten strong, somewhat oblique,
longitudinal ribs, that project at the top of each volution, forming strong indentations;
aperture subovate; outer lip broad, thickened by a rib; pillar lip smooth, broadly
reflected on the columella, with one or two small tubercles at the base, adjoining the
ribs. Length not quite a quarter of an inch; breadth one-half its length. Found
at Weymouth, Dorsetshire ; Cornwall, and in the Frith of Forth at Dunbar.
15. R. cimex, pl. VIII, f. 21-22.— First Ed., pl. 51, f. 21-22; Montagu, p.
315; Donovan, I, pl. 2, f. 1-1; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 163 ;
Cingula cimex ; Fleming, Brit, An., p. 305.
Shell white, thick; with four volutions deeply divided by the suture; apex ob-
tuse; the whole shell covered with very coarse, longitudinal and transverse strie ;
producing deeply punctured interstices; aperture suboval ; outer lip very thick, cre-
nated internally, and with its edge strongly scolloped, produced by the stri@ on its
back ; pillar lip narrow above, and widening as it descends. Length an eighth of an
MOLLUSCA. 11
inch; breadth more than half its length. Found at Falmouth, Cornwall; south eoast
of Devonshire ; at Sandwich, Kent; and Portmarnock, Ireland.
The extraordinary thickness of this shell, for its size, at once distinguishes it from
all its eongenors.
16. R. acuta, pl. IX, f. 23-24.—Pyramis labiosus.—First Ed., pl. 50, f.
23-24,
Shell strong, very taper; consisting of six lengthened, slightly raised volutions,
terminating in an acute apex; with ten depressed, slightly defined, longitudinal ribs,
which are lost about the centre of the body, crossed by almost imperceptible trans-
verse striew, which is most visible between the ribs; body a little longer than the
spire ; aperture oblique, semiovate, and somewhat straight on the side next the colu-
mella ; outer lip very broad, flattened, with a slight groove in its centre; pillar lip
narrow. Length an eighth and a half of an inch; breadth a little more than a
fourth of its length. Found at Dunbar by General Bingham. In his Cabinet.
17. R. Adamsii, pl. 1X, f. 20.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 20; Turbo Adamsii ; Ma-
ton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 185; Turton’s British Fauna, p. 184;
Tarbo elegans ; Adams, Linn. Trans., III, pl. 13, f. 31-32.
‘© Shell pellucid ; with six spirally striate volutions, remotely ribbed; aperture
oval.” Found on the coast of Pembrokeshire.
18. R. pyramidilla, pl. 1X, f. 63.—Pyramis pyramidillus.—First Ed., pl. 5),
f. 63; Helix decussata ; Montagu, p. 399, pl. 15, f. 7.
Shell white; with eight or nine slightly raised volutions, tapering to a pointed
apex; suture of the spire narrow; the whole shell covered with close, longi-
tudinal, somewhat oblique striw, crossed by extremely minute spiral strie, giving
it a decussated appearance when examined through a strong lens; aperture suboval,
oblique, contracted both above and below, straightish on the side next the columel-
la; outer lip somewhat expanded, and slightly thickened behind; pillar lip a little
replicated, and very narrow. Length three-tenths of an inch ; breadth about a tenth.
Found at Weymouth, Dorsetshire, and at Dunbar, Frith of Forth.
19. R. carinatula, pl. 1X, f. 57.—Pyramis carinatulus.—First Ed., pl. 50, f.
67; Turbo carinatulus ; Adams on the Microscope, pl. 14, f. 18; Walker, f. 44;
Montagu, p. 331.
Shell taper, carinated; with seven volutions; aperture contracted, marginated ;
colour opaque white. Found at Sandwich; very rare.
We have never met with this shell, and have copied the figure and brief descrip-
tion from Walker.
20. i. semicostata, pl. IX, f. 1-2.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 1-2; Turbo semicos-
tatus ; Montagu, p. 326, and Sup. p. 129; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII,
p- 162; Cingula semicostata ; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 307.
Shell white, short, conic ; consisting of four or five inflated volutions, well-defined
by the suture, and terminating in an obtuse, smooth apex; spire about half the
length of the body; volutions with twelve or thirteen longitudinal, somewhat ele-
vated ribs, which reach only to the venter in front, and a little below the middle of
the back behind; body with fine nearly obsolete transverse strie, which cross the
ribs and become very distinct at the termination of the ribs, and continue so to the
base of the shell; aperture large, suborbicular; outer lip smooth, and a little ex-
panded ; pillar lip slightly reflexed; columella smooth. Length a sixteenth of an
inch; breadth one-half its length. Found on the south coast of Devonshire, and at
Dunbar.
This shell may be mistaken for the Rissoa parva, unless attention is paid to the
body being ouly partially ribbed.
21. R. parva, pl. IX, f. 55-56.—Pyramis parvus.—First Ed.; Turbo parvus ;
Montagu, p. 310; Turbo lacteus ; Donovan, III, pl. 90; Cingula parva ; Flem-
ing, Brit. An., p. 306.
Shell strong, conic, subpellucid ; with four or five somewhat inflated volutions,
well-defined by the suture, tapering to rather an obtuse apex; with from twelve to
thirteen strong, elevated, longitudinal ribs; aperture suborbicular; outer lip thick-
ened by a rib; pillar lip narrow above, and thickening as it descends; colour vari-
ous, sometimes glossy white, at others of a dark chestnut, or pale reddish-brown, and
sometimes it is of a deep-brown with white ribs. Length about an eighth of an
inch ; breadth more than half its length. Inhabits the sea at Cornwall, the Devon-
shire and Dorsetshire coasts, the Frith of Forth, and Cork, Dublin Bay, and Carrick-
fergus Bay, Ireland.
22. R. semistriata, pl. IX, f. 3.—Pyramis semistriatus.—First Ed., pl. 50, f.
3; Turbo semistriatus; Montagu, Sup. p. 136; Cingula semistriata ; Fleming,
Brit. An., p. 309.
Shell smooth, thick, conic, white; with five moderately rounded volutions, well-
defined by the suture ; spire more than half the length of the body; apex a little
obtuse; base of the body, from the junction of the outer lip, with fine spiral strie,
which is also the case with the upper edge, and lower parts of the volutions of the
spire ; this can hardly be seen without the aid of a lens; aperture subovate, some-
what contracted above ; outer lip thin ; inner lip reflected on the columella, thickest
in the centre ; generally covered with a fuscous epidermis, beneath which are usu-
ally two series of remote pale, orange-coloured spots. Length an eighth of an inch ;
breadth half its length. Found on the south Devonshire coast, and at Dunbar, Frith
of Forth.
This shell may be easily confounded with I. interrupta ; but the strie sufliciealy
distinguish it, if examined with a lens.
23. R. maculata, pl. UX, f. 5-6. Pyramis maculatus.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 5-6.
Shell with five ventricose, glossy volutions ; spire well divided by the suture; the
whole shell covered with extremely minute longitudinal and transverse strie ; colour
pale yellow, with three remote rows of equidistant, square ferruginous spots, becom-
ing obsolete in the third volution of the spire, which terminates in rather an ob-
tuse apex; aperture semiovate, somewhat contracted above; pillar lip reflected on
the columella, thickest in the centre, with a sub-umbilicus behind; outer lip rather
thick. Length an eighth of an inch; breadth about half its length. Found on the
sands at Weymouth, by Dr Goodall, and in sand opposite Padstow Harbour, by Sir
Ashton Molesworth, Bart.
This shell strongly resembles Rissoa interrupta, but is much broader in propor-
tion to its length; it is besides transversely striate, while the R. interrupta is
smooth.
24. R. interrupta, pl. IX, f. 45.—Pyramis interruptus.—First Ed., pl. 50, f.
45; Turbo interruptus ; Montagu, p. 329, pl. 20, f. 8.—Maton and Racket, Linn.
Trans., VIII, p. 166; Cingula interrupta ; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 308.
Shell conic, pellucid, glossy, cream-white, with five slightly raised volutions ter-
minating in a moderately pointed apex; with a double series of oblong, distant spots
on the body, and one row on the volutions of the spire; the upper row on the body
is at top, the spots joining those of the spire, and are cut through by the suture; the
second series, on the middle of the body; aperture sub-orbicular; outer lip rather
strong ; pillar lip reflected on the columella. Length an eighth of an inch breadth
a third of its length. Found at Falmouth; at Ilfracomb, Devonshire, and in the
Frith of Forth.
25. R. punctura, pl. IX, f. 48.—Pyramis punctura,—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 43;
Turbo punctura ; Montagu, p. 320, pl. 12, f. 5.
Shell with six very glossy, eream-white, ventricose volutions, well defined by a
deep suture, terminating in rather an obtuse, smooth apex; the whole shell very
finely striated longitudinally and spirally, giving it the appearance of being punctated
when examined with a strong lens, while, in reality, it is only the smooth interstices,
between the striz, which present this appearance; aperture sub-orbicular ; outer lip
rather strong; pillar lip narrowly reflected on the columella. Length a tenth of an
inch; breadth one-third its length. Found at Whitsand Bay, Cornwall; Saleomb
Bay, Devonshire; at Padstow, Cornwall, and at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
26. R. approxima, pl. IX, £. 42.—Pyramis approximus.—First Ed., pl. 50,
f. 42.
Shell cream-white, with six glossy ventricose volutions, well defined by the suture,
and tapering abruptly to a fine point; spirally and longitudinally striated, giving the shell
the appearance of being punctated; aperture nearly round; outer lip thin; pillar lip
slightly reflected on the columella. Length a tenth of an inch; breadth one-third of
its length. Found by General Bingham on Belton Sands.
This shell is so like the R. punctura, that it may easily be mistaken for it ; but on
comparison, it will be found that the interstices representing punctures are nearly
double the size, much less numerous than those of R. punctura, and the apex is
somewhat more acute.
27. R. reticulata, pl. IX, f. 30.—Pyramis reticulatus.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 30;
Turbo reticulatus ; Montagu, p. 322; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.. VIII, p.
172; Walker, f. 32; Cingula reticulata ; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 306.
Shell strong, conic, opaque, of a light brown colour; with six ventricose volutions,
terminating in a rather obtuse, smooth apex; the whole shell with strong, wide,
longitudinal, and transverse strie, producing a reticulated appearance ; aperture sub-
orbicular, a little pointed above; outer lip thick; inner lip moderately reflected on
the columella, with a slight groove or sub-umbilicus behind. Length not a tenth of
an inch; breadth more than half its length. Found on the coast of Sandwich, and
at Dunbar by General Bingham ; and in the Frith of Forth by dredging.
28. R. arenaria, pl. IX, f. 12.—Pyramis arenarius ; First Ed., pl. 50, f. 12;
Turbo decussatus; Montagu, p. 322, pl. 12, f. 43 Helix arenaria; Maton and
Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 214.
Shell white, sub-pellucid, a little glossy, having five abruptly rounded volutions,
tapering to a somewhat obtuse apex, and well defined by the suture; with very strong
longitudinal striz, and extremely fine spiral striz, giving to the whole external sur-
face a decnssated appearance; aperture oblique; sub-oval, a little contracted above;
outer lip thin; pillar lip very slightly reflected on the columella. Length not quite
an eighth of an inch; breadth not half its length. Found at Saleomb Bay, Devon-
shire.
29. R. subrufa, pl. 1X, f. 13.—Pyramis subrufus.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 13;
Turbo subrufus ; Montagu, p. 334; Adams, Linn. Trans., V, p. 3, pl. 1, f. 18-19.
Shell smooth, with five volutions, somewhat angular above, opaque, dull red, the
apper part of each volution marked with a white, transverse band. Found on the
coast of Pembrokeshire.
We have copied the figure and description of this species from Adams, never hav-
ing met with it.
30. R. ulve, pl. IX, f. 9, 14, 15, and 41.—Pyramis ulve.—First Ed., pl. 50,
f. 14, 15, and 41; Montagu, p. 318; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p.
164; Cingula ulve; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 308. :
Shell with from five to seven smooth, gradually tapering, nearly fiat volutions,
separated by a very small suture, and terminating in a somewhat obtuse apex; aper-
ture sub-oval, provided with a horny operculum; outer lip plain; pillar lip slightly re-
12 MOLLUSCA.
[ TRacwELIPoDa,
flected on the columella, with a small sub-umbilicus behind; colour fuscous or pale
fawn. Length generally about a quarter of an inch, sometimes three eighths of an
inch. Found in most of the inlets and harbours in Britain and Ireland.
31. R. strigata, pl. IX, f. 8.—Pyramis strigatis.— First Ed., pl. 50, f. 8; Adams,
Micros., pl. 14, f. 16; Montagu, p. 331; Walker, f. 38.
Shell with three volutions ; the spire with three transverse ridges; aperture sub-
oval ; colour opaque white. From Seasalter, very rare.
This figure and description are copied from Adams, as we have never met with it.
32. R. disjuncta, pl. IX, f. 7.—Pyramis disjunctus.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 7;
Turbo disjunctus ; Laskey, Wernerian Memoirs, I, p. 405, pl. 8, f. 3; Montagu,
Sup. p. 128; Cingula disjuncta ; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 307.
‘* Shell rather slender, white, and perfectly smooth, with six remarkably rounded
volutions, divided by a broad and deep line of separation, the bottom of which is flat,
or a little concave, not angular, as in most other shells, giving it somewhat the ap-
pearance of the volutions being disunited, similar to the cast of some fossil species ;
aperture nearly orbicular ; pillar lip reflected, behind which is an umbilicus. Length
searcely a quarter of an inch.” —Montagu. Found by Captain Laskey at Belton Sands,
near Dunbar.
33. R. alba, pl. IX, f. 16-19.—Pyramis albulus,—.First Ed., pl. 50, f. 16-19 ;
Turbo albulus; Adams, Linn. Trans., III, pl. 13, f. 17-18; Montagu, p. 332;
Cingula alba ; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 309.
«« Shell opaque, with five longitudinally ribbed volutions; aperture roundish, not
margined. Found on the coast of Pembrokeshire, in the roots of fuci.”——Adams.
Dr Fleming describes the shell thus: —‘* Length about a tenth of an inch, breadth
one-half less; smooth, glossy, sub-peliucid, pale brown, when recent, or with spiral
brown bands; whorls not much rounded, smooth, glossy ; the ribs, which are rounded
and slightly waved, sometimes do not reach the body-whorl; the shell then appearing
not unlike Cingula (Rissoa) interrupta; aperture sub-orbicular ; pillar lip a little
reflected. This species has been probably confounded with Cingula parva, to which
it bears a considerable resemblance ; it is, however, more rounded in the aperture, and
produced in the spire, and the outer lip is thin.”
34, R. ruber, pl. IX, f. 17.—Pyramis ruber.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 17; Turbo
ruber; Adams, Linn. Trans., III, pl. 13, f. 21-22; Cingula rubra ; Fleming, Brit.
An., p. 308.
Shell with five pellucid, smooth, glossy, rounded, reddish-brown volutions, divid-
ed by a fine suture, and terminated in a pointed apex ; aperture sub-orbicular ; outer lip
thin ; pillar lip slightly reflected on the columella. Length an eighth of an inch, some-
times more ; breadth nearly a third of its length. Found at Whitsand Bay, Cornwall,
and at Portobello. Montagu mentions having found a shell ‘* in every respect like
this species, but in colour, which was perfectly white, and so transparent, that the
whole columella was seen through the shell.”
35. R. striata, pl. IX, f. 22.—Pyramis striatus.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 225
Helix striata; Walker, f. 29; Adams, Micr. pl. 14, f. 13; Maton and Racket,
Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 204; Montagu, p. 445; Cingula striata ; Fleming, Brit.
An., p. 307.
«* Shell greenish-white, pellucid, striate; with three volutions reflected on the
back; aperture suboval.”— Walker.
36. R. subumbilicata, pl. 1X, f. 44.—Pyramis subumbilicatus.—First Ed., pl.
50, f. 44; Turbo subumbilicatus; Montagu, p. 316; Cingula subumbilicata ;
Fleming, Brit. An., p. 308.
Shell conic, smooth, somewhat glossy, of a cream-white; with four or five very
tumid volutions; the body one being rather longer than the spire, terminating in an
obtuse apex; aperture oval; outer lip even; pillar lip slightly reflected on the colu-
mella, behind which is a slight suleus or subumbilicus. Length an eighth of an inch ;
breadth about half its length.
Found at Weymouth, Dorsetshire ; and at Portmarnock, Ireland. Rare. This
species differs from the Rissoa ulve in being more ventricose, in the umbilicus being
larger, and the aperture being quite ovate, and not contracted into an acute angle at
the top. It may also be mistaken for R. ventricosa ; but its greater proportional
breadth at the base, and shape of the aperture, at once distinguish it. It never grows
so large as the R. ulv@, and always exceeds the R. ventricosa in magnitude.
37. R. ventricosa, pl. VIII, f. 27 and 59.—Pyramis ventrosus.—First Ed., pl.
51, f. 27 and 59; Turbo ventrosus ; Montagu, p. 317, pl. 12, f. 13; Maton and
Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 164; Turbo eburneus; Adams, Micros., pl. 14.
f. 15; Walker, f. 36; Cingula ventricosa ; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 307.
Shell smooth, glossy, thin, horn-coloured; with six ventricose, greatly rounded
volutions, terminating in a moderately pointed apex ; aperture suborbicular; provided
with a thin, wrinkled, corneous operculum; outer lip thin, even; pillar lip not re-
flected on the columella. Length an eighth of an inch; breadth not one-half its
length. Found at Folkstone and Sandwich in Kent, and in the Frith of Forth at
Dunbar.
The glossy appearance of this shell at once distinguishes it from R. ulve.
38. R. retiforma, pl. VII, f. 3 and 23.—Pyramis retiformis.—First Ed., pl.
51, f. 23; Turbo retiformis ; Montagu, p. 330; Walker, f. 37.
‘© Shell with four tumid reticulated volutions ; aperture oval ; colour opaque-white.
From Sandwich; very rare.” — Walker.
39. R. graphica, pl. 1X, f. 83.—Pyramis graphicus.—First Ed., p). 47, f.
27; Turbo graphicus ; Brown, Wernerian Memoirs, II, p. 521, pl. 24, f. 6.
InVoLUTE.]
Shell conic, pellucid, light horn-colour ; with seven moderately rounded volutions,
and generally two pale, yellowish bands on the body ; finely and regularly spirally
striate throughout; apex pointed; aperture subovate; outer lip thin, even; pillar
lip a little reflected on the columella.
This species differs from the R. inscueptus in its colour and pointed apex, and in
having no duplicature or subumbilicus behind the pillar lip, and being destitute of the
small tooth. Length a line anda half; breadth not a line.
Found at the South Bull, Dublin Bay, by Dr Turton, who says, ‘* We found a
variety more conic and paler, with yellowish marks on the body whorl, which is
larger in proportion to the rest, and all are more rounded and deeper defined.”
40. R. glabra, pl. IX, f. 37.—Pyramis glabris, First Ed., p. 50, f. 37.
Shell subconic ; with four bulging, narrow, deeply divided, very glossy, pellucid,
blueish-white volutions, terminating in an obtuse apex ; body more than double the
length of the spire; aperture ovate ; somewhat contracted above; outer lip thin,
even; pillar lip not reflected on the columella above, but a little so on its lower half,
behind which is a small subumbilicus, and a slight plication at the base. Length
not a tenth of an inch; breadth half its length. Found at Belton Sands, near Dun-
bar, by General Bingham.
41. R. spiralis, pl. IX, f. 40.—Pyramis spiralis, First Ed., pl. 50, f. 40;
Turbo spiralis, Montagu, p. 323, pl. 12, f. 93 Voluta spiralis, Maton and Racket,
Linn, Trans., VIII, p. 130; Walker, f. 46.
Shell conic, pellucid, glossy, white; with four or five volutions; the body with
transverse spiral ridges, half way from the base, the upper part, and volutions of the
spire finely ribbed longitudinally ; volutions nearly flat, but well-defined by the su-
ture of the spire, which has a very fine, spiral ridge; apex obtuse ; aperture sub-
orbicular ; pillar lip turning inwards, and producing the appearance of a small denti-
cle, which is in truth a plication or ridge, that runs spirally some way up the colu-
mella, occasioned by the insertion of the lip. Length one line; breadth half its
length. Found in sand at Saleomb Bay, Devonshire. Very rare.
42. R. decussata, pl. IX, f. 57.—Pyramis decussatis, First Ed., pl. 50, f.
57; Turbo striatus, Montagu, p.312; Phasinella decussata, Fleming, Brit. An.,
p- 302; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 173; Walker, f. 49; Adams,
Linn. Trans., III, pl. 13, f. 25-26.
Shell pellucid, glossy, white ; with six rather rounded volutions, terminating in a
rather pointed apex, transversely striate and faintly ribbed on the upper part; aper-
ture suboval, margined; sometimes covered with a brown epidermis. Length about
an eighth of an inch. Inhabits the coast of Pembrokeshire.
43. R. discrepans, pl. 1X, f. 70-71.—Pyramis discrepans, First Ed., pl. 50,
f. 70-71.
Shell strong; with eight gradually tapering, ventricose volutions, well-defined by
the suture ; the second, third, and fourth volutions above the body provided with
strong, regular, longitudinal ribs; the rest of the shell smooth, glossy, and of a deep
emnamon colour, with two indistinct bands across the body; apex moderately point-
ed; aperture subovate, and slightly contracted above ; outer lip thin; pillar lip only
reflected in its lower half, behind which is a small subumbilicus. Length a quarter
of an inch; breadth about a third of its length. Found on the Devonshire coast, by
Dr Goodall.
44, R. similis, pl. VIII, f. 20.—Pyramis similis, First Ed., p. 51, f. 20.
Shell with six inflated glossy volutions, well-defined by the suture; body nearly
double the length of the spire, the three lower volutions of which are provided with
strong, straight, longitudinal ribs, between which the shell is a pale fawn colour;
the two upper volutions smooth ; aperture orbicular; outer lip thin and continuous,
reflected on the columella, and becoming broader as it descends, behind which is a
strong subumbilicus ; colour pale yellowish-brown, with two zones of irregular rust-
co.oured spots on the body. Length a quarter of an inch; breadth half its length.
Found in sand opposite Padstow harbour, by the Rev. William Molesworth; and in
the Cabinet of Dr Goodall.
45. R. crystallina, pl. 1X, f. 76.—Pyramis crystallinus, First Ed., pl. 50, f.
76.
Shell blueish white, with five glossy, very smooth, somewhat ventricose volutions ;
ending in a rather obtuse apex; body more than one and a half the length of the
spire, and a little cylindrical; aperture nearly orbicular; outer lip thin, smooth;
pillar lip very slightly reflected on the columella. Length an eighth of an inch;
breadth not half its length. Found at Tenby, by George Lyons, Esq., and in his
Cabinet.
46. R. vitrec, pl. IX, f. 81.—Pyramis vitreus, First Ed., pl. 50, f. 81;
Turbo vitreus, Montagu, p. 320, pl. 12, f. 3; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.,
VIL, p. 213; Cingula vitrea, Fleming, Brit. Ann., p. 308.
Shell subcylindrical, with five thin, pellucid, white, smooth, rounded volutions ;
separated by a very obliquely spiral suture; apex rather obtuse ; aperture subovate,
somewhat contracted above ; outer lip thin, pillar lip hardly reflected on the colu-
mella. Length an eighth of an inch; breadth one-third its length. This shell is so
transparent that the columella is visible through its whole length. Found at Whit-
sand Bay, Cornwall, the South coast of Devonshire, and in the Frith of Forth, at
Dunbar.
MOLLUSCA. 13
47. R. virginea, pl. 1X, f. 82.—Pyramis vitreus variety, First Ed., pl. 50,
f. 82.
Shell subeylindrical, with four very glossy, blueish-white, transparent, oblique
volutions ; terminating in a somewhat obtuse apex; aperture semi-ovate, a little
narrowed above ; outer lip thin and sharp; inner lip thin, and reflected on the co-
lumella. Length an eighth of an inch; breadth not half its length. Found at
Dunbar, by General Bingham, and in his Cabinet.
This shell differs from the R. vitrea, in the body being much larger in propor-
tion to the length of the spire, and being oviform in its outline ; the volutions of the
spire are placed less obliquely, and the aperture is more ovate in its shape, with the
outer lip not so abruptly produced.
48. R. pallida, pl. VIII, f. 24.—Pyramis pallidus, First Ed., pl. 51, f. 24;
Turbo pallidus, Montagu, p. 325, and Sup. p. 133, pl. 21, f. 4; Voluta am-
bigua, Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p- 132; Phasianella pallida,
Fleming, Brit. Ann., p. 302.
Shell smooth, white, rather slender in shape, with six or seven volutions tapering to
a moderately acute apex ; volutions not much raised, but separated by a well defined
suture ; aperture suborbicular; outer lip arcuated; a faint duplicature on the outer lip,
but destitute of any tooth, behind which a small umbilicus is formed by its reflection.
Length a little more than the eighth of an inch; breadth barely a third of its
length. Found in sand at Saleomb Bay, Devonshire. Very rare.
49. R. pulla, pl. VIII, f. 25.—Pyramis pullus, First Ed., pl. 51, f. 25.
Shell with eight slightly raised, smooth volutions, abruptly tapering to an acute
apex; spire somewhat more than half the length of the body ; aperture semi-lunar,
placed obliquely, and pale violet within; outer lip a little reflected, thickened inter-
nally, but acute at its margin; pillar lip broadly reflected on the columella, and at
its lower right angle extending obliquely, considerably beyond the body, and where
it is a little turned over ; the whole shell covered with a yellowish dun brown epi-
dermis. Length three-eighths of an inch; breadth a little more than an eighth. I
found this species on the sands at Holy Island, coast of Northumberland. In my
Cabinet.
50. R. Sandvicensis, pl. VIII, f. 26.—Pyramis Sandvicensis, First Ed., pl.
51, f. 26; Turbo Sandvicensis, Montagu, p. 332; Maton and Racket, Linn.
Trans., VIII, p. 187 ; Adams on the Microscope, pl. 14, f. 23; Walker, f. 55;
Odostomia Sandvicensis, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 310.
‘« The three-spired, elegantly reticulated Turbo, with one-toothed oval aperture ;
colour pellucid white.” — Walker.
From Sandwich. Exceedingly rare.
51. R. unifaciata, pl. VIII, f. 28.—Pyramis unifaciatus, First Ed., pl. 51,
f. 28; Turbo unifaciatus, Montagu, p. 327, pl. 20, f. 6; Cingula unifasciata,
Fleming, Brit. Ann., p. 309.
Shell smooth, conic, white, with five slightly raised volutions, divided by a very
small suture ; two purplish-brown bands on the body, one on the second volution,
and sometimes also on the third; these are close to the suture; aperture suboval ;
outer lip thin, and a little reflected at the edge; pillar lip reflected on the columella:
but no perforation behind it. Length an eighth of an inch; breadth more than a
third its length. Found on the shore at Southampton, in sand from Burrow Island.
Devonshire, and at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
Montagu says, ‘* It is observable when it has two fascie on the lower volution :
they occupy no more space than when there is but one.”
52. R. fulgida ;—Helex fulgidus, Adams, Linn. Trans., III, p. 254; Turbo
fulgidus, Montagu, p. 332.
** Shell subconic, pellucid, smooth, glossy, variegated with white and bronze.
usually in bands; volutions three, the first very large; apex small, obtuse; aper-
ture suborbicular, margin alternated. Length half a line.” — Turton.
Found in sand from Whitsand Bay, Cornwall.
53. R. elegans.—Adams, Linn. Trans., III, p. 66, pl. 13, f.31-32; Montagu,
p- 333; Turton’s Linné, IV, p. 489.
‘* Shell pellucid, with six spirally striate volutions, and remote ribs; aperture
oval.’’— Turton.
54. R. divisa ;—Turbo divisus, Adams, Linn. Trans., III, p. 254; Montagu,
p- 334; Turton’s Linné, IV, p. 489.
‘© Shell pellucid, white, with four volutions, each divided into two parts, the
upper one smooth, the lower one spirally striate ; aperture suboval.”— Turton.
55. R. marginata, pl. IX, f.83.—TZurbo marginatus, Montagu, Sup. p. 128;
Laskey, in Wernerian Memoirs, I, pl. 8, f. 13; Cingula marginata, Fleming, Brit.
An., p. 306.
«* Sheli subcylindrical, white, very strong, and obtusely pointed; with six ribbed
volutions, finely striated in a spiral direction; aperture oval; pillar lip thickened;
outer lip extremely thick, and rounded by a rib at the back. Length three-eighths
of aninch; breadth one-fourth its length.
** This shell somewhat resembles Turbo (Rissoa) coniferus, but is more slender.
and the ribs are regularly arched over each volution, and not abruptly finished at the
top, as in that shell.” —Montagu.
Found at Dunbar, by Captain Laskey.
14 MOLLUSCA.
Genus XVIII.—Pyramis.—Brown.
Shell generally subulate, gradually tapering to a point; body
usually short, and the spire long; volutions but slightly divided by
the suture, and seldom inflated; aperture mostly oblong-ovate,
placed nearly perpendicular, with its upper angle contracted for the
most part; outer lip rarely continuous.
1. P. subulatus, pl. 1X, f. 64, 65.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 64, 65; Turbo
subulatus, Donovan, pl. 172; Helix subulata, Maton and Racket, Linn.
Trans., VIII, p. 210; Montagu, Sup. p. 142; Phasianella.subulata, Flem-
ing, Brit. An., p. 301.
Shell strong, subulate, very smooth and glossy ; consisting of ten per-
fectly flat volutions, separated by a fine suture, and tapering to a sharp-
pointed.apex ; aperture oblong-ovate, contracted above ; outer lip rather
thick; pillar lip slightly reflected on the columella; colour cream-white
or flesh-colour, with a double spiral band of burnt-sienna colour, which
becomes obsolete towards the apex. Length of the largest sized speci-
mens nearly three quarters of an inch; breadth not a third its length.
Found at Weymouth, and in the Frith of Forth. Very rare.
Donovan's figure has six bands on the body, but we have never met
with any specimens containing more than two.
2. P. politus, pl. IX, f. 59, 60.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 59, 60; Helix
polita, Montagu, p. 398; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 210;
Turbo albus, Donovan, pl. 177; Phasianella polita, Fleming, Brit. An.,
», B01.
Shell subulate, strong, white, extremely glossy, and quite smooth;
with from nine to thirteen flat volutions, and hardly defined by the suture,
which is very indistinct in this species; volutions gradually tapering to a
sharp point; spire very long; body short; aperture oval, slightly con-
tracted above; outer lip thick, but not marginated or reflexed ; pillar lip
slightly replicated. Length five-eighths of an inch. Found at Exmouth,
Devonshire ; Weymouth, Dorsetshire; South Wales; the Frith of Forth;
and Bantry Bay, Ireland. We procured a fine specimen from the stomach
of a haddock, which was taken in the Frith of Forth.
3. P. elegantissimus, pl. IX, f. 61.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 61; Helix
elegantissima, Montagu, p. 298, pl. 10, f. 2; Maton and Racket, Linn.
Trans., VIII, p. 209; Walker, f. 39; Twurritella subulata, Fleming, Brit.
An., p- 303.
Shell subulate, glossy, semi-pellucid, white; with from nine to thirteen
flat volutions, well defined by the suture; body very short; spire long,
taper, and terminating in an acute apex; the whole shell covered with
regular, somewhat oblique, strong longitudinal ribs, which are hardly in-
terrupted by the line of the suture; the sulci are moderately deep, but
not so broad as the elevated ridges; aperture suborbicular, somewhat
anculated both above and below; outer lip strong; pillar lip slightly re-
flected on the columella. Length a quarter of an inch; breadth not a
fourth of its length. Found at Sandwich, Falmouth, Salcomb Bay, IIfra-
comb, Devonshire, and Portmarnock, Ireland.
4. P. crenatus, pl. IX, f. 53.—First Ed., pl, 50, f. 53.
Shell subulate, white, pellucid, with ten volutions, well separated by
the line of the suture; body very short, spire very long, and tapering to
an acute point; the whole shell covered with strong, longitudinal, straight
ribs, which are crossed by extremely minute transverse strie#; aperture
suborbicular; outer lip strong; pillar lip slightly reflected on the colu-
mella. Length a quarter of an inch; breadth about a fourth of its length.
Found at Belton Sands, near Dunbar, by General Bingham, and in his
Cabinet.
This species may easily be mistaken for Pyramis elegantissimus, but
differs in the ribs being quite straight, and in being transversely striate.
5. P. subarcuatus, pl. UX, f. 62.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 62; Turbo subar-
cuatus, Adams, Linn. Trans., III, p. 66, pl. 13, f. 27, 28; Maton and
Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 185; Montagu, p. 333.
“« Shell pellucid, white, and a little curved towards the tip, with ten
longitudinally ribbed volutions ; colour white."—Adams. Probably only
a distorted variety of P. elegantissimus. Found on the coast of Pem-
brokeshire.
6. P. unicus, pl. IX, f..46.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 46 and 48; Turbo
unicus, Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 174; Montagu, p.
299, pl. 12, f. 2; Turbo aldidus, Adams, Micros., pl. 14, f.17; Zurri-
tella unica, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 303.
Shell subulate, with nine slender, glossy, pellucid, white, well-rounded
[ TrRacuEtipopa,
volutions ; body very short, spire very long, terminating in a fine point;
the whole shell invested with fine longitudinal, somewhat undulating
ridges, and the intermediate spaces covered with extremely fine transverse
striee, which can only be seen by the aid of a strong lens; aperture subor-
bicular, inclining to oval. Length two-tenths of an inch; breadth about
a fourth its length. Found on the Devonshire and Welsh coasts ; and at
Dunbar, by General Bingham.
7. P. indistinctus, pl. 1X, f. 47.—First Ed., pl. 50, f- 47; Montagu,
Sup. p. 129; Turritella indistincta, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 304.
Shell subcylindrical, glossy, white; with six nearly flat volutions, ter-
minating in a somewhat obtuse apex, but well-defined by the line of the
suture; the whole shell is very finely ribbed longitudinally, and slightly
and indistinctly punctured in the furrows, which can only be seen by the
aid of a powerful lens, through which it appears cancellated; these trans-
verse striz are confined to the sulci, and do not cross the ribs; aperture
subovate ; outer lip thin, expanded; pillar lip a little spread on the co-
lumella. Length an eighth of an inch; breadth one-third its length.
Found at Sandwich, and at Belton Sands, near Dunbar, by General
Bingham. ;
8. P. subtruncatus, pl. 1X, f. 49, 50.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 49, 50;
Turbo subtruncatus, Montagu, p. 300, pl. 10, f. 1; Twurritella subtrun-
cata, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 303.
Shell subcylindrical, with six or seven rounded, smooth, pellucid, yel-
lowish-white volutions; slightly tapering, and terminating in an obtuse
apex, with strong longitudinal strie; aperture suborbicular, somewhat
inelining to oval. Length three-tenths of an inch; breadth not half its
length. Found on the Southampton coast, at Saleomb Bay, and at Belton
Sands, near Dunbar, by General Bingham.
Colonel Montagu had described this species from worn specimens, as
ours are all distinctly striate.
9. P. nivosus, pl. IX, f. 25, 26.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 25, 26; Turbo
nivosus, Montagu, p. 326; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 163;
Turbo nivosus, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 300.
Shell subcylindrical, smooth, white, pellucid, with five slightly pro-
duced volutions, but well separated by the raised, thread-like, spiral line of
the suture, terminating in an obtuse apex; body somewhat longer than
the spire, the base furnished with a series of spiral striae, which reach to
the upper margin of the outer lip in front ; aperture suborbicular, much
turned to one side; outer lip smooth, a little thickened, continuous;
pillar lip considerably reflected on the columella, with a slight subumbili-
cus behind. Length not quite an eighth of an inch; breadth not half its
length. Found on the south coast of Devon, very rare, and at Belton
Sands, near Dunbar.
This species has much the appearance of Jaminea interstincta, but is
destitute of both the tooth and ribs.
Colonel Montagu has overlooked the transverse strie at the base of
the shell.
10. P. candidus, pl. IX, f. 31.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 31.
Shell semicylindrical, rather strong, blueish-white, and glossy ; consist-
ing of five volutions, slightly separated by the line of the suture, and ter-
minating in a rather obtuse apex; body somewhat longer than the spire ;
the whole shell covered with very fine spiral strie; aperture subovate;
flattened at the base of the columella; outer lip smooth, somewhat thick-
ened; pillar lip very slightly reflected on the columella. Length a little
more than an eighth of an inch; breadth not half its length. Found at
Belton Sands, near Dunbar, by General Bingham.
11. P. discors, pl. IX, f. 32.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 32.
Shell subcylindrical, strong, snow-white, and glossy; five rather pro-
duced, slightly-divided volutions, and terminating in a rather obtuse apex;
body and two lower volutions of the spire covered with close, regular,
spiral strie; these are all crossed at top by numerous, short, longitudinal
furrows; aperture semiovate, a little contracted at its upper angle, and
slightly flattened on the pillar side; outer lip smooth, somewhat thickened;
pillar lip slightly reflected on the columella. Length an eighth of an inch;
breadth not half its length. Found at Belton Sands, near Dunbar, by
General Bingham.
This species is nearly allied to P. candidus, but it is broader in propor-
tion to its length, the striae are wider, the spire shorter, the aperture
longer and different in shape, and the furrows at the upper margin of the
three lower volutions, all distinguish it from that shell.
12. P. levis, pl. IX, f. 51-52.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 51-52.
Shell subulate, snow-white, shining, consisting of eight greatly pro-
InvoLuTE. |
duced, and considerably inflated volutions, well defined by the line of
the suture, and ending in an acute apex; spire long; body about one-
third the length of the spire; aperture semiovate, slightly contracted
above; outer lip thin, smooth; pillar lip narrowly reflected on the
columella. Length a little more than a tenth of an inch; breadth about
a fourth of its length. Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham. In his
Cabinet.
13. P. acutissimus, pl. IX, f. 36.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 36.
Shell white, with eight somewhat inflated, well divided volutions,
tapering abruptly to a fine point; spirally striated; aperture semiovate ;
outer lip a little thickened; inner lip slightly reflected on the columella,
behind which is a small subumbilicus. Length a tenth of an inch;
breadth one-third its length. Found on Belton Sands, near Dunbar, by
General Bingham, and in his Cabinet.
14. P. Lamarckii, pl. 1X, f. 39.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 39.
Shell white, glossy, turreted, and tapering gradually to an obtuse
apex: six volutions, separated by a thread-like line in the suture; the
body and three lower ones with five close-set, longitudinal ribs ; aper-
ture suboval ; outer lip smooth, even; pillar lip slightly reflected on the
columella, behind which is a very small subumbilicus. Length an eighth
of an inch; breadth not a third of its length. Found at Belton Sands, by
General Bingham, and in his Cabinet.
15. P. nitidissimus, pl. IX, f. 54.—Pyramis nitidissimus, First Ed.,
pl. 50, f. 54; Turbo nitidissimus, Montagu, p. 299, pl. 12, f. 1; Maton
and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 175; Twrritella nitidissima, Fleming,
Brit. An., p. 304.
Shell smooth, pellucid, white, with nine extremely slender, greatly
raised, and much rounded yolutions, terminating in an obtuse apex, with
a deep suture ; aperture suborbicular ; outer lip thin; inner lip slightly re-
flected on the columella. Length one-eighth of an inch.
16. P. lacteus, pl. IX, f. 58.—First Ed., pl. 50, f, 58.
Shell white, subfusiform, consisting of ten abruptly tapering volutions,
terminating in an acute apex, and well defined by the line of the suture;
body ventricose, nearly equal to the length of the spire ; the whole shell
furnished with numerous, depressed, not very distinct, longitudinal ribs;
aperture subrotund ; outer lip thin, produced; pillar lip very slightly re-
flected on the columella. Length an eighth of an inch; breadth not
quite half its length. I found this species at Belton Sands, near Dun-
bar.
17. P. spirolinus, pl. IX, f- 66.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 66.
Shell white, abruptly tapering, with seven deeply divided, somewhat
triangular volutions, with a subcarina near the lower margin of each,
from whence they suddenly oblique towards the suture; provided with
about fourteen rather strong, longitudinal ribs, and these are crossed by
numerous, rather wide, spiral striz, giving the shell a cancellated appear-
ance; aperture suboval, slightly contracted above ; outer lip thin; pillar
lip reflected on the columella. Length somewhat more than an eighth
of an inch ; breadth about half its length. I found this interesting species
on the beach at St Cyrus, Kincardineshire, immediately under Kirkside
House, the seat of Major-General Sir Joseph Stratton.
18. P. vittatus, pl. VIII, f. 29.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 29.
Shell cream-white, smooth, shining, consisting of nine well-rounded,
not very deeply-divided volutions, abruptly tapering to an acute apex;
each yolution furnished with a broad, yellowish-brown band in its centre,
with two narrow lines of the same colour aboye it; the body provided
with two broad bands, the one in its centre, and the other on its base,
parallel with the outer lip; between these there is a yery narrow line
of the same colour, and two above the superior band; aperture oblong-
ovate, a little contracted both above and below; outer Jip thin, not con-
tinuous above; pillar lip slightly reflected on the columella. Length
somewhat more than an eighth of an inch; breadth about a third of its
length. This elegant and beautiful species was discovered by General
Bingham on Belton Sands, near Dunbar, and we have since found it in
the same locality.
19. P. truncatus, pl. VIII, f. 31.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 31; Turbo
truncatus, Montagu, p. 300, pl. 10, f. 7; Turritella truncata, Fleming,
Brit. An., p. 303; Turbo nitidus, Adams, Linn. Trans., IJ, p. 65.
Shell cylindrical, smooth, glossy, pellucid, horn-coloured ; consisting
of four lengthened, considerably raised volutions, deeply divided by the
line of the suture, terminating in a truncated apex ; the whole shell co-
vered with strong longitudinal strie; aperture ovate; outer lip thin; pillar
lip much reflected on the columella, Length two-tenths of an inch;
MOLLUSCA. 15
breadth one-third its length. Found on the shore at Southampton and
Plymouth, in both of which localities it is not uncommon; it has also
been sparingly met with on the Devonshire coast, and at Weymouth,
Dorsetshire.
20. P. cingillus, pl. IX, f. 73.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 73; Turbo cingil-
lus, Montagu, p. 328, pl. 12, f. 7; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.,
VIII, p. 165; Cingula cingilla, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 309.
Shell conical, subpellucid, with six well-rounded volutions, abruptly taper-
ing to a moderately pointed apex ; body a fifth part longer than the spire,
usually with six alternating bands of horn-colour and chestnut; sometimes
they are purple, or purplish-brown and white alternately ; volutions of the
spire with only two bands, frequently becoming obsolete at the tip, which
is uniformly brown; the whole shell with obscure spiral stria, which
are very conspicuous at the base; aperture suboval, a little contracted
above; outer lip thin; inner lip reflected on the columella. Length an
eighth of an inch; breadth more than a third of its length. Found at
Plymouth, and Salcomb Bay, Devonshire, the Frith of Forth, at Dunbar,
Dublin Bay, and Portmarnock, Ireland.
21. P. similimus.— Turbo similimus, pl. 1X, f. 83; Montagu, Sup. p.
136; Laskey, Wernerian Memoirs, I, p. 406, pl. 8, f. 15.
“Shell slender, white, with eight or nine volutions, furnished with
fourteen ribs, or elevated strie; these stand straight in the line of the
shell; apex pointed; base destitute of striee ; aperture subovate. Length
three-eighths of an inch.
‘* This has much the habit of Turbo (Pyramis) elegantissimus, but is not
so slender, the ribs are less numerous, and consequently more distant, the
sulci or depressions being larger than the elevations. Those who have an
opportunity of comparing these two shells will also observe that the ribs
in P. elegantissimus do not run straight, but oblique to the right, are not
so much arched, and are larger than the interstices. Discovered by Cap-
tain Laskey to inhabit the shores of the Island of Jura.” Montagu.
Genus XIX.—Turso.—Linnazus.
Shell conoid, or sub-turriculated ; aperture entire, round; mar-
gin of the outer lip disunited; columella arcuated, depressed, but
not truncated at the base; aperture provided with a testaceous
operculum.
Subdivision I.—Destitute of an Umbilicus.
1. T. littoreus, pl. X, figs. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9.—First Ed., pl. 46,
figs. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9; Linnzus, Systema Nature, II, p. 1232;
Donovan, I, pl. 33, f. 1, 2; Montagu, p. 301; Da Costa, p- 98, pl. 6,
f. 1-1; Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 423; Fleming, Brit. An., p- 298;
Brown, Wernerian Memoirs, II, p, 521; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.,
VIII, p. 155, pl. 4, figs. 8, 9, 10, 11.
Shell very thick, suboval; the body large in proportion to the spire,
which consists of four or five slightly ared volutions, separated bya
very fine suture, and ending in a somewhat obtuse apex ; aperture subor-
bicular ; outer lip rather thin, a little reflected in full-grown shells; pillar
lip white, broad, and thickened at the edge; the whole shell thickly co-
vered with strong, irregular, spiral striz, with numerous lines of growth,
producing a somewhat undulated appearance in the striz; colour russet,
yellowish-brown, or drab, with transverse spiral bands of black, or pur-
plish-brown ; sometimes it is entirely of a rich orange, or approaching to
scarlet, and in others these colours have zones of black. Length vary-
ing from an inch to an inch and five-eighths ; breadth from six- eighth to
an inch and a quarter. Found on almost all the British and Irish coasts,
betwixt high and low-water-mark.
This species is subject to very great variety in form, colour, and mark-
ings, as may be seen by our different representations; the strie in some
are numerous and small, others are deeply sulcated, with sharp ridges, and
a little reflexed. In adults the striae become less distinct.
This shell is well known in all the towns on the coast, by the name of
Periwinkle, and is sold by measure as an article of food.
2. T. rudis, pl. X, figs. 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 25.—First Ed., pl. 46,
figs. 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 25; Donovan, I, p. 33, f. 3; Maton and
Racket, Linn, Trans., VIII, p. 159, pl. 4, figs. 12, 13; Brown, Eney.
Brit., VI, p. 453; Montagu, p. 304; Brown, Wernerian Memoirs, II, p-
521; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 298.
Shell thick, strong, body large, spire short, somewhat depressed, and
consisting of four moderately rounded and well-defined volutions, ter-
16 MOLLUSCA.
minating in an obtuse apex; aperture suborbicular; outer lip thin at the
edge, a little flattened within, and slightly reflected in old shells ; pillar lip
broad, white, and depressed on the columella, with a slight subumbilicus
behind it in adult shells ; colour drab, orange, yellow, or brown. Length
three quarters of an inch; breadth nearly the same.
Common on almost all the British and Irish shores, adhering to stones,
near high-water-mark, and not unfrequently out of reach of the tide.
In some instances the surface is covered with very faint, obsolete, spi-
ral strie. The colour in young shells is exceedingly various, in which
state it is also subject to great variety in its markings.
* This species has been often confounded with the Turbo littoreus, but
is at once discriminated by its round, tumid, well-separated volutions, in
every stage of growth.
3. T. jugosus, pl. X, f. 15, 16.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 15, 16; Maton
and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 158, pl. 4, f. 7; Brown, Ency. Brit.,
VI, p. 453; Montagu, p. 586, pl. 20, f. 2.
Shell suboval, ventricose ; body very large ; spire short, consisting of
three volutions, terminating ina moderately pointed, elevated apex ; body
provided with ten or eleven much elevated, sharp ridges, reflected a little
upwards, the lower yolution of the spire with three or four, and some-
times the same number on the second; aperture suborbicular ; outer lip
thin, subcarinated by the ridges; pillar lip broad, smooth; colour dull
orange yellow, dark purple, and chocolate brown or purple within.
Length and breadth about three-eighths of an inch. Found on the coasts
of Dorsetshire, and St Ives, Cornwall.
4. J’. tenebrosus, pl. X, f. 18, 19.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 18. 19; Mon-
tagu, p. 803; Turton, British Fauna, p. 179; Brown, Ency. Brit., VI,
p. 453; Fleming, British Animals, p. 298; Pulteney, in Hutchins’ Dor-
setshire, pl. 18, f. 15.
Shell strong, short, conic; body large; spire short, consisting of four
ventricose, deeply-divided volutions, terminating in a rather obtuse apex;
aperture suborbicular; dark purplish-brown within ; outer lip thin, ex-
cept at the lower angle, where it spreads a little, and from thence con-
tinues to thicken on the pillar lip ; colour rich fawn, beautifully mottled
with deep chocolate-brown, or reddish-brown. Length half an inch;
breadth not three-eighths. Found on the coasts of Devonshire and
Kent. It lives on rocks and mud near high-water-mark, and even in
ditches subject to the daily flux of the tide.
“5. T. pet'eus, pl. X, f. 17.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 17; Helix petrea,
Fleming, Brit. An., p. 298; Montagu, p. 403; Pulteney, in Hutchins’
Hist. Dorsetshire, pl. 18, f. 13; Turton, British Fauna, p. 180.
Shell strong, conic, opaque, dark purplish-brown ; body large ; spire
short, consisting of four moderately raised volutions, ending in a sharp,
pointed apex; the volutions are well-defined by the separating line,
which, in the suture of the body, rises upon the base of the superior
volution, with a slight, abrupt, rugged edge, and does not turn inwards
and become obsolete at the junction of the spire, as is usual with most
turbinated species; the whole surface is coyered with faint, irregular,
longitudinal lines of growth, and which, in the under part of the body
above the aperture, is quite plain; aperture a little semilunar ; outer lip
considerably produced, with an attenuated margin ; piliar lip smooth, flat,
and diagonally reflected on the columella, the whole length of the aper-
ture; this, as well as the inside, and corneous operculum, is of a deep-
glossy, reddish-purple; inner lip straight, and brought to an edge.
Length rather more than a quarter of an inch; breadth two-tenths of
an inch.
Inhabits rocks below high-water-mark, on the south coast of Deyon-
shire, near the mouth of the Aun, not far from the village of Bantum, at
Swanage, Dorsetshire, and is plentiful on the Basaltic Columns at the
mouth of Fingal’s Cave, Island of Staffa.
There is a variety with the upper part of the body blotched and striated
with white and reddish-brown, but the smooth part of the pillar lip and
inside are invariably of the same dark purple colour.
6. T. labiatus, pl. X, f. 20, 21.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 20, 21.
Shell thin, short, subconic, body extremely large, and spire very small,
being only a sixth of the length of the body, and consisting of three some-
what inflated volutions, terminating in an obtuse apex; aperture subro-
tund, very large, deep sienna-brown within; outer lip thin and expand-
ing, with a pale chestnut edge; pillar lip white, very broadly reflected on
the columella, with a slight subumbilicus in its centre; venter a little
depressed ; a few extremely indistinct spiral wrinkles on the body, and
[ TRACHELIPODA.
crossed by extremely faint lines of growth; colour pale chestnut or fawn,
beautifully clouded or blotched with purple. Length half an inch; breadth
three-eighths. Discovered at Penzance, Cornwall, by General Bingham.
We have since received a variety from the same locality of a pale chest-
nut colour, inclining to green, destitute of any markings.
7. T. ventricosus.
Shell rather thin, smooth, conic, ventricose, body large, and the spire
small, measuring only a third of the length of the body, consisting of four
inflated, deeply-separated yolutions, and terminating in a rather obtuse
apex; the superior part of the body and volutions of the spire somewhat
flattened above, giving them a subcarinated appearance ; aperture sub-
rotund, dark burnt-umber brown within ; outer lip thin, slightly inflected,
and of a rich fawn colour at the edge; pillar lip broadly reflected on the
columella, a little concave in the centre, and of a brownish-purple colour ;
the whole exterior surface covered with zigzag markings of a deep red-
dish-brown, and dull wood-brown, yellowish towards the margin of the
lip ; a few obsolete lines of growth can be distinguished crossing the body.
Length nearly five-eighths of an inch; breadth nearly halfaninch. Found
by James Macdonald, Esq., adhering to stones near high-water-mark, in
Clew Bay, county of Mayo, on the west coast of Ireland.
We have also received a variety, which is obsoletely suleated spirally
on the body; with the apex a little more acute, and the depression on
the upper part of the volutions less conspicuous, and haying a pale buff-
coloured spiral band on the upper margin of the body and volutions, close
to the suture, and terminating in the apex.
This shell is somewhat allied to both the Turbo tenebrosus and labia-
tus ; it differs from the former in being less elongated, and in the body
being much larger in proportion to the spire; and from the latter in the
body being less in proportion to the spire, and in the aperture being
greatly smaller.
8. T. dispar, pl. X, f. 22.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 22; Montagu, Linn.
Trans., XI, p. 195, pl. 13, f. 4.
Shell strong, short, conic; spire extremely small, consisting of three
very flat volutions, separated by a fine suture; body very large, being
five times the length of the spire, obsoletely striated in a spiral direction,
obliquely wrinkled, longitudinally, and subcarinated at the base; aper-
ture suborbicular, dark purplish-brown within; outer lip thin, extending
high upon the body, and not continuous ; pillar lip very broadly reflected
on the columella, and longitudinally concave ; colour blueish-gray, with
one pale band near the lower extremity of the lip within. The volu-
tions of the spire are usually decorticated. Length a quarter of an inch;
breadth somewhat less. Found at Poole, Dorsetshire, by the Rey. Wm.
Bingley; and has since been met with on the rocks near the Giant’s
Causeway, west coast of Ireland.
This species has some similitude to Turbo ziczac, but is proportional-
ly shorter, more obtuse, has a greater disproportion between the body
and spire, and is destitute of the zigzag markings of that species. It is
provided with a corneous operculum, of a dusky-brown colour.
9. T. xiczac, pl. X, f. 26, 27.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 26, 27; Turbo
ziczac, Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 160, pl. 4, f. 14; Mon-
tagu, Sup., p. 185; Lister's Conchology, pl. 583, f. 388; Trochus ziczac,
Gmelin’s Linné, p. 3587; Cheninitz, Conch., V, pl. 166, f. 1599.
Shell conic ; spire very short, consisting of five white, or purplish-
white, compressed volutions, separated by a fine suture, and ending in
an acute apex, marked with equidistant, longitudinal, undulated, purple,
or brownish-purple lines ; body large in proportion to the spire, wide and
subcarinated at the base; aperture subovate. Length half an inch;
breadth more than a quarter.
Montagu says, ‘* This species is subject to some variation in colour.
A small variety, without the zigzag lines, has been found near Sunder-
land, by Lady Wilson.”
10. ZT. quadrifasciatus, pl. X, f. 35.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 35; Maton
and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 167; Montagu, p. 328, pl. 20, f.7;
Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 455; Ibid. in Wernerian Memoirs, II, p.
522.
Shell strong, smooth, subpellucid, subconic; spire short, consisting of
three rounded, depressed yolutions, and terminating in an obtuse apex;
body very large, being nearly double the length of the spire ; colour white,
or yellowish-white, with four yellowish-brown, or reddish-brown, trans-
verse bands on the body, and generally two on the lower volution of the
spire. In some specimens the bands are united, and form two broad
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ones on the body, all of which are internally visible; aperture suborbi-
cular, thickened within, but sloping to a thin edge on the outer lip; pil-
lar lip broadly reflected on the columella, with a longitudinal groove in its
centre, and ending in an umbilicus. Length rarely a quarter of an inch;
breadth more than half its length. Found in Falmouth Harbour, the
south coast of Devonshire, particularly at Salcomb, at low-water, attached
to alge. It is not uncommon in the Frith of Forth, and is to be met
with sparingly at Portmarnock, Ireland.
11 T. Neritiformis, pl. X, f. 24.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 24.
Shell strong, subconic, smooth; spire very short, being about a fourth
of the length of the body, consisting of four well-rounded yolutions, end-
ing in an obtuse apex; body large, tumid, crossed by some obscure lines
of growth, its upper margin provided with a spiral shallow groove, which
continues throughout the volutions ; aperture subrotund, dark purplish-
brown within, pale fawn colour within the margin of the outer lip, which
is thin, and not continuons ; pillar lip glossy, white, or pale reddish-pur-
ple, broadly reflected on the columella, with a very slight subumbilicus
behind. Length nearly five-eighths ; breadth upwards of three-eighths.
We discovered this species, adhering to rocks below high-water-mark,
near Downpatrick, Ireland, where it is very plentiful. We at first mis-
took it for a variety of Nerita littoralis, to which it bears a considerable
resemblance. 7
12. T. fabalis, pl. X, f. 88-39.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 38-39; Turton,
Zoological Journal, II, p. 366, pl. 13, f. 10.
Shell very small, smooth, subglobular, very obtuse, with two hardly
produced yolutions; body extremely large in proportion to the spire;
aperture large, subrotund; outer lip much expanded, and thin at the edge,
and extending high on the body; pillar lip reflected broadly on the colum-
ella, from the centre of the aperture; colour pale chestnut, with zigzag
markings of purplish-brown. Diameter about a line.
Found on the rocks at Scarborough by Mr Bean. It is frequently co-
vered with a gray coating, which obscures the colour and markings, so as
to produce a chequered appearance on its surface. By the aid of a strong
lens it seems spirally striated.
13. T. striatulus, pl. X, f. 33-34.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 33-34; Monta-
gu, p. 306, pl. 10, f. 5; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 172;
Turton, Brit. Fauna, p. 180; Turbo carinatus, Da Costa, p. 102, pl. 8,
f. 10; Cingula striatula, Fleming, Brit. Ann., p. 305.
Shell white, with four or five strong turreted volutions, terminating in
an obtuse apex; each volution flattened above, the upper ones being
nearly cylindrical ; body large in proportion to the spire; the base of the
body provided with strong equidistant, spiral strive, which, in the supe-
rior part of the body, assume the character of three strong, elevated, smooth
ribs, the superior one bounding the upper edge; the other volutions with
two ribs each, which become obsolete towards the apex ; the furrows be-
tween the ribs are deep, and rounded at the bottom; the whole shell co-
yered with strong, longitudinal striae, which is most conspicuous in the
furrows, and although interrupted by the ribs, produces a fine cancellated
appearance, more especially on the base of the hody; aperture suborbi-
cular, angulated at the upper part, between the body and outer lip, pro-
ducing a slight separation; outer lip broad, smooth, and marginated; inner
lip a little reflected on the columella above, but widening as it descends,
and is continuous with the outer lip. Length two-tenths of an inch;
breadth not quite so much.
Inhabits the coasts of Cornwall, and was found by Colonel Montagu
in sand from Falmouth Harbour, as also on the coast of South Devon.
We procured it from Weymouth, but in all these situations it is an ex-
tremely rare shell; and is one of the most elegant of the minute British
species.
14. T. aureus, pl. X, f. 23.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 238.
Shell strong, with four depressed, well-divided volutions, covered with
very strong spiral striae; aperture round, which, with the pillar lip, is
tinged with a golden metallic hue ; outer lip strong; inner lip smooth, very
broadly reflected on the columella, and somewhat sharp at the base;
colour of a deep brownish pink, with a golden metallic lustre. Length
and breadth about a quarter of an inch.
Found at Seaton, Northumberland, by Walter C. Trevelyan, Esq. ;
in the cabinet of Sir John Trevelyan, Bart. ; Wallington, Northumber-
Jand.
SUBDIVISION 11.—Shells Umbilicated.
15. T. carncus, pl. X, f. 86-37.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 36-87.
Zool. Journal, II, p. 107, pl. 5, f. 12-13, and 13 4. magnified.
Shell subglobular, semi-transparent, with four, rather strong, convex
Lowe,
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volutions ; the base of the body flattened; and furnished with regular ele-
vated rounded belts, continued to nearly the apex, and separated by
grooves; these are rendered rough to the touch by the faint lines of
growth by which they are crossed; spire short in proportion to the size
of the body, and terminating in a subacute apex ; aperture nearly round,
pearlaceous internally ; outer lip even, smooth, thin, and at its attach-
ment to the body, slightly reflected, forming a subsinus ; inner lip broadly
reflected above, until it reaches the large and deep umbilicus, from whence
it becomes narrow and straightish, with a gentle curve, slightly pointed
at its lower attachment to the body, where it joins the outer lip. The
whole shell is of an uniform yellowish flesh-colour, darker towards the
spire, lighter beneath and at the apex, and destitute of the metallic lustre
which is so remarkable in the T'urbo margarita. It is provided with a
horny operculum. '
This shell is so nearly allied to the Turbo margarita, that it may easily
he mistaken for a variety; but attention to the above characters will
render the difference obvious.
Found on the Argyleshire coast by R. T. Lowe, Esq.
16. J’. margarita, pl. X, f. 28-29.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 28-29; Lowe,
Zool. Journal, II, p. 107, pl. 5, f. 10-11, and 11, 6.; Fleming, Brit. Aun.,
p- 299; Helix margarita, Montagu, Sup. p. 143; Laskey, Wernerian
Mem. I, pl. 8, f. 5.
Shell rather strong, semi-transparent, subglobular ; body rounded, con-
vex at its base, and flattened, very large in proportion to the spire, which
is small, short, with three moderately inflated volutions, terminating in a
somewhat obtuse apex ; the whole shell covered with very faint, regular,
spiral stria, which, however, are not visible without the aid of a lens;
aperture circular, a little angular at the upper extremity, where it is
slightly attached to the body, and nacreous within ; outer lip with its mar-
gin plain and entire; inner lip broadly reflected above and narrowed, from
the large, open, and deep umbilicus; colour of a livid bronze or pearla-
ceous lustre, with metallic reflections; operculum horny and rounded.
Diameter somewhat more than an eighth of an inch,
Found at Dunbar, Frith of Forth; at Gallanch, south of Oban, Argyle-
shire, and plentiful at Appin; also on the south coast of Devonshire.
17. 7’. olivaceus, pl. X, f. 30-31.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 30-31.
Shell thin, olive coloured, pellucid, smooth, subglobose ; body large,
inflated; spire small, short, w'th three depressed volutions, terminating
in a moderately pointed apex ; aperture large, circular, standing out from
the body; outer lip thin, continuous with the inner lip above, which is
narrow, aud a small circular umbilicus behind. Length two-tenths of
an inch,
Found at Greenock by Stewart Ker, Esq.
Genus 20.—Trocuus.—Linneus.
SHELL conical; spire elevated, sometimes abbreviated ; aperture
transversely depressed ; margin of the outer lip disunited from the
body at the upper part; columella areuated, more or less oblique at
the base; aperture provided with a horny operculum.
Subdivision I.—Unmbilicated.
1. ZT. Magus, pl. XI, f. 12-15.—First Ed., pl. 45, f. 12-15; Montagu,
p- 283 ; Pennant, Brit. Zool. 1V, p. 126, pl. 80, f. 107 ; Donovan, Brit.
Sh. I, pl. .8, f. 1; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 321; Brown, Ency. Brit. VI,
p. 450; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 177; Lamarck, VII, p. 15.
Shell subconic, with five or six tumid, somewhat depressed volutions,
separated by a well defined, deep suture, terminating in a fine pointed
apex ; each of the volutions slightly flattened above, with a series of ob-
lique tubercles along their margins, producing a somewhat undulated ap-
pearance ; the margin of the base subcarinated and rounded beneath; the
whole surface covered with somewhat irregular, strong, spiral strize, and
crossed by very fine, oblique, longitudinal strie in the direction of the
lines of growth; aperture compressed, angulated, inside pearlaceous, with
an open spiral groove, extending as far as can be seen ; umbilicus large and
very deep; colour various, pale salmon, citron, yellow, or white, with
elegant, undulating stripes of pink, reddish-brown, or purplish-brown, and
sometimes spotted all over with the above colours, at other times, in re-
gular series of remote, square, or lozenge spots; in some specimens the
upper edge of the volutions are ornamented by a series of dark brown
irregularly shaped markings ; size usually about an inch in diameter at the
base, and three-quarters of an inch in height ; sometimes, though rarely,
an inch and a half broad. We obtained specimens measuring two inches
at the base, in the Kyles of Bute, Inchmarnock, and Island of Arran,
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Found plentifully at Falmouth, Cornwall; Saleomb Bay, Devonshire ;
Donaghadee and Portmarnock, Ireland.
In a young state, this shell is often of an uniform, light-brown colour,
with close-set, longitudinal strize between the ridges; and the base fur-
nished with a subcarinated edge, above which the sulcus is crenated.
2. T. umbilicatus, pl. XI, f.9 and 11.—Virst Ed., pl. 45, f.9and11: Mon-
tagu, p. 286; Da Costa, p. 46, pl. 3, f. 4,4; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 322;
Brown, Ency. Edinensis, pl. 54, f. 8; Ib. Ency. Brit., VI, p. 450; Tro-
chus umbilicaris, Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 126, pl. 80, f. 106; Lamarck,
VII, p. 28; Trochus cinerarius, Donovan, Brit. Sh., III, pl. 74, three cen-
tral figures; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 178.
Shell strong, subconic, depressed, with five nearly flat volutions, ter-
minating in an obtuse apex, and defined only by a fine, thread-like
suture; base of the body rounded at the margin; the whole shell covered
by almost obsolete spiral striae, which are stronger on the somewhat flat-
tened base; aperture compressed and angulated; inside pearlaceous, re-
flecting deep green and crimson; outer lip flattened on the edge; umbilicus
large, white, rounded at its edges, slightly wrinkled internally, and pene-
trating to the apex; colour white, livid, or greenish, with longitudinal,
waved or zigzag, reddish-purple lines. Diameter at the base three quar-
ters of an inch; height not quite so much.
Found on fuci near low-water mark, in Devonshire; Wales; and is
plentiful in the Kyles of Bute; Portmarnock, Dublin Bay, and Killough,
Treland.
Young shells of this species are greatly depressed, those of three-eighths
of an inch at the base being hardly one-eighth high. The apex of the
Trochus umbilicatus is so thinly covered with epidermis, that it is but rarely
found perfect, the nacreous substance almost always being exhibited. The
very highly iridescent reflections in the interior of the aperture is an uni-
form character of this species.
3. TZ. cinerarius, pl. XI, f. 5 and 8.—First Ed., pl. 45, f. 5and8; Mon-
tagu, p. 284; Donovan, Brit. Sh., III, pl. 74, two upper and two lower
figures; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 322; Lamarck, VII, p. 29.
Shell subconic, subdepressed, not quite regularly toper, with five
slightly-raised volutions, separated by a fine suture, terminating in a ra-
ther small produced apex; the lower margin of the body subcarinated;
the whole shell beset with strong spiral striz, diagonally crossed by very
fine, nearly obsolete, longitudinal striz; colour cinereous, sometimes
greenish-yellow, with fine, longitudinal, undulating, oblique, brown lines,
frequently of a purplish hue; aperture angulated, internally pearlaceous ;
umbilicus large, deep, and abruptly narrowed within. Size of the base
one inch; height seven-eighths. Its height, however, is but seldom so
much in proportion to its diameter, being generally only about six-eighths
when its diameter is an inch.
Common on most of the British shores, in pools, between high and low
water-mark.
Fig. 10. A variety of Trochus cinerarius, in which the volutions are
more inflated, and the ground colour of a fine pale Indian yellow, with a
series of deep burnt-umber brown, triangular spots on the upper margin of
the body.
4, T.littoralis, pl. XI, f. 1 and 4.First Ed., pl. 45, f. 1 and 4.
Shell strong, conical, with six slightly rounded volutions, defined by a
well-marked suture, terminating in a small, obtuse, perforated apex ; the
whole shell covered by very strong, spiral strize, intersected by almost in-
visible, obliquely longitudinal, very close striae; base of the body with a
sharp subcarinated margin, slightly rounded beneath; aperture subquad-
rangular, but somewhat rounded, pearlaceous within; outer lip thin at
: the margin, and considerably sunk beneath the base of the shell; inner
lip thickened, and slightly reflected over the umbilicus, which is rather
small, a little compressed, and penetrating to the apex ; colour yellowish
ash, or pale reddish-buff; with fine, irregular, obliquely longitudinal lines
of deep reddish-brown. Ordinary diameter at the base half an inch;
height somewhat more. The specimen from which our figure was taken
measured six-elghths and a little more in height. It is in the Cabinet of
Lady Jardine.
This shell at first sight may be mistaken for a produced variety of
Trochus cinerarius; but will be at once recognised by its perforated apex,
in the umbilicus being smaller and slightly compressed, in the striz being
stronger, and in its more rounded and less compressed aperture.
We first discovered this species on the rocks at Killoch, county of
Down, Ireland, and have since obtained it from Clew Bay, west coast of
Ireland.
[TRacHELIPoDA.
5. T’. perforatus.
Shell subconic, strong, with fine slightly-raised volutions, terminating
in an obtuse, perforated apex; whole surface invested by a thick, papil-
lose, shagreen-like epidermis, of a brownish-drab colour; beneath which
the shell is covered with strong, smooth, spiral strize ; colour of a green-
ish-ash; and ornamented by obliquely longitudinal fine reddish-brown
lines. Base of the body subcarinated, and a little rounded beneath; aper-
ture subquadrangular, pearly within; inner lip thickened, and slightly re-
flected over the umbilicus, which is small, and penetrating to the apex.
Diameter at the base nearly six-eighths of an inch; heighth about fiye-
eighths.
Dredged in deep water in the Kyles of Bute, by James Smith of Jordan-
hill, Esq.
This shell was at first mistaken by us for a variety of T’rochus cinerarius,
but, on closer examination, we found it to possess very different charac-
ters. It differs from all the other British Trochusidz in its being invested
by avery thick epidermis; and its subcarinated form at the base, with the
colour and character of its markings, and less intense by nacred reflections,
distinguish it from the T’rochus umbilicatus. It is considerably more de-
pressed than 7’, littoralis.
6. T. tumidus, pl. XI, f. 5 and 8.—First Ed., pl. 45, f. 5 and 8; Mon-
tagu, p. 280, pl. 10, f. 4, 4; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 177; Fleming, Brit.
An., p. 322.
Shell strong, subconic, with five rather tumid volutions, separated by a
deep, well-defined suture, and terminating in a small but not toper apex:
the whole shell covered with extremely fine, close-set spiral strize; base
of the body provided with a subcarinated belt, and somewhat rounded be-
neath, with a small umbilicus, which frequently decreases with age, and
in the larger shells is sometimes nearly closed; aperture subquadrangular, —
pearlaceous within; colour generally cinereous brown, sometimes yel-
lowish, and at others purplish brown; streaked with longitudinal, undu-
lating, continuous lines; and generally having a bronze appearance, occa-
sioned by the thinness of the outer coating, which allows the mother-of-
pearl to shine through. Height seldom exceeding three-eighths of an inch;
breadth somewhat more.
Found in Salcomb Bay and Torcross, Devonshire; the Kentish coast;
Weymouth; the coasts of Wales, estuary of the Clyde, and Firth of Forth;
and Portmarnock and Dublin Bay, Ireland, of a large size. In this
latter locality the specimen was found from which our figure was drawn.
7. T. subcarinatus, pl. XI, f. 30 and 31.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 16, 17.
Trochus rugosus, Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 520, pl. 24, f. 5; Helix
subcarinata, Montagu, p. 438, pl. 7, f.9; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 187.
Shell subovate, subpellucid, milk-white; with four moderately elevated
volutions, well defined by a hollow suture, below which is a spiral groove; _
body large, considerably inflated; spire small, the volutions of which are
placed somewhat laterally ; on the slightly rounded base there are three
concentric, elevated, smooth ridges, the innermost emanating from the
umbilicus, whichis large and deep, and terminating behind the pillar lip;
the outermost forms a zone around the margin of the base, the central
ridge being nearly equidistant between the others; on the upper part of
the body are two spiral ridges, the superior one running spirally to the
middle of the second volution; the whole upper surface between the
ridges is covered with very fine undulating, longitudinal striz, and which
is divergent on the base, emanating from the umbilicus; aperture suborbi-
cular; outer lip thick, considerably expanded; inner lip reflected, and
spreading a little over the umbilicus. Diameter at the base not an eighth
of an inch; height a little more than a sixteenth. It is a strong shell for
its size.
Found in Salcomb Bay, Bigberry Bay, and Milton Sands, Devonshire;
the south coast of Kent; and in drifted sand, Portmarnock, Ireland. It
is a rare British shell.
Subdivision IT.—Destitute of an Umbilicus.
8. T. Zizyphinus, pl. XI, f. 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, and 29.—First ~
Ed., pl. 45, f. 16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, and 29; Pennant, Brit. Zool.,
IV, p. 126, pl. 80, f. 103; Donovan, Brit. Sh., Il, pl. 52; Montagu, p
274; Turton, Brit. Faun., p. 177; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 523; Brown,
Ency. Brit., VI, p. 452; Ib. Ency. Edin., II, p. 553, pl. 55, f. 8; La-
marck, VII, p. 23.
Shell conic, strong, with seven or eight flat volutions, gradually taper-
ing to a very fine pointed apex; the whole shell covered by a series of
spiral ridges; the lower one in each yolution is broader, and more promi-
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nent than the others; beneath these is a well-defined suture; these ridges
are crossed by numerous very fine, waved, obliquely longitudinal, nearly ob-
solete striz ; colour livid, reddish citron, or purplish, streaked with longi-
tudinal broad, waved blotches of pinkish red; these are more regular and
distinct on the basal rib of each volution, forming an elegant spiral girdle
from the base to the apex; aperture somewhat compressed and angu-
lated; inside highly pearlaceous; base flattish, with concentric ridges,
crossed by obsolete divergent striz or lines of growth, generally of a
paler colour than the rest of the shell, and usually destitute of spots ;
outer lip thin, inner lip a little reflected and thickened, somewhat con-
cave behind, with a slight notch at its junction with the outer lip. Length
and breadth usually about an inch, but we found it one inch and three-
eighths in dimensions, in Dublin Bay and Portmarnock, Ireland. It in-
habits the coasts of Cornwall, South Devon, and Tenby, Wales; Roth-
say and Loch Ridan, Scotland.
Figs. 17 and 18.—A variety presented to us by Dr Leach, who ob-
tained it from George Lyons, Esq. of Tenby, Wales, where it is not un-
common.
Figs. 21 and 22.—A beautiful smooth variety, dredged in deep water
off Sunderland, by Mr Dixon of Bishopwearmouth. In Lady Jardine’s
Cabinet.
Figs. 24 and 29.—Another smooth variety, dredged in deep water off
the county of Down, Ireland.
9. T. discrepans, pl. XI, f. 20 and 23.—First Ed., pl. 45, f. 20 and
23; Brown, Wernerian Memoirs, II, p. 501, pl. 24, f. 4, 4.
Shell conic, with seven rounded yolutions, well-defined by a hollow,
broad, and deep suture, and terminating in a pointed apex ; the whole shell
covered with somewhat obsolete spiral ridges; a deep groove emanates
from the centre of the outer lip, and runs spirally to the apex in the mid-
dle of the volutions; aperture subquadrangular; nacreous within; cir-
cumference at the base nearly an inch, heighth seven-eighths.
This species has much the aspect of Trochus Zizyphinus, but differs
from it in the deep spiral groove; it is also shorter in proportion to the
breadth at the base, and more obtuse at the apex.
One specimen only of this shell was found at Holywood, in Belfast
Lough, by Miss Templeton of Belfast, and was in her Cabinet.
10. J. papillosus, pl. XI, f. 13, 14.—First Ed., pl. 45, f. 13, 14; Da
Costa, p. 38, pl. 3, f. 3; Donovan, Brit. Sh., pl. 127; Brown, Werne-
rian Memoirs, II, p. 519; Ib., Ency. Brit., VI, p. 452; Fleming, Brit.
An., p. 823; Trochus tenuis, Montagu, p. 275, pl. 10, f. 3.
Shell conic, thin, fragile ; with eight slightly inflated volutions, terminat-
ing in a fine pointed apex, and separated by a very slender suture; whole
shell ornamented with numerous regular series of papillose, spiral zones,
each separated by a groove, in which is placed a raised, central, spiral
line, crossed by very close and minute longitudinal, nearly obsolete striz ;
the volutions are defined by a larger and more elevated zone of papilla
at their base, which on the body forms a distinct keel; base somewhat
tumid, with numerous spiral grooves and ridges, on which latter the pa-
pill are less distinct than above; the whole are crossed by numerous,
more obvious, divergent striz; aperture wide, quadrangular, grooved, and
nacred within; outer lip very thin; columella thick, with an obsolete
plication near its base, where it is slightly reflected, with a concavity be-
hind; colour citron, or pinkish-brown, the zones on the base studded
with rather regular, oblong, or arrow-shaped, reddish-brown spots.
Length an inch and a quarter; breadth rather less. Found at Pool and
Weymouth, Dorsetshire; Cornwall; north coast of Devonshire, from
whence we obtained the splendid specimens which we have figured, mea-
suring an inch and a half in length and breadth, found also in Dublin
Bay, and in deep water off Bray, Ireland.
ll. V. striatus, pl. XI, f. 25, 26.—First Ed., pl. 45, f. 25, 26; 7. ery-
throleucos, Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 452; Turton’s Linné, V, p. 463;
Lamarck, VII, p. 30; Zrochus striatus, Montagu, p. 278; Fleming, Brit.
An., p.323; Zvrochus conicus, Donovan, Brit. Sh., pl. 155, f. 1; Turton,
Brit. Fau., p. 177; Tvrochus parvus, Da Costa, p. 41.
Shell conic, strong, with six flat volutions, hardly defined by the su-
ture, and tapering to a fine point, with eight or nine strong spiral striae
on each yolution, intersected by very minute longitudinal striae, most con-
spicuous on the body and base, which is flattened and somewhat con-
cave with circular ridges ; cinereous, or reddish flesh-coloured, with large
longitudinal, interrupted, zigzag dull crimson, or purplish-brown clouds ;
broad in some specimens and narrow in others; aperture obliquely quad-
rangular, pearlaceous within, except at the margin of the outer lip, which
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is rather strong for its size; columella thick, a little reflected above and
narrower beneath, with a slight concavity behind. Length three-eighths
of an inch; breadth nearly the same.
Found in sand at Falmouth, Cornwall; Salcomb Bay, Devonshire, and
Pool, Dorsetshire. It is a rare British shell. ‘ s
12. 7. exiguus, pl. XI, f. 27, 28.—First Ed., pl. 45, f. 27, 28; Mon-
tagu, p. 277; Turton, Brit. Fauna, p. 177; Trochus conulus, Da Costa,
p- 40, pl. 2, f. 4,4; Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 452; Donovan, Brit. Sh.,
I, pl. 8, f. 2; Lamarck, VII, p. 24; Z'rochus exasperatus, Pennant, Brit.
Zool., LV, p. 126, No. 105,
Shell conic, strong, with six flat produced yolutions, separated by a
strong spiral belt at the base of each, and terminating in a fine pointed
apex, each volution ornamented with four or five well-defined spiral cre-
nated ridges, which being cut diagonally with strong striae, give them the
appearance of twisted cord, with deep intervening grooves, crossed by
strong oblique striae; base slightly rounded, with strong circular ridges,
striated in the same direction, and crossed by divergent, nearly obsolete
Striz ; aperture obliquely quadrangular, whitish, pearly within; outer lip
strong; columella thickened and pearlaceous, with an obsolete tooth-like
process near its base; colour various, cinereous, brown, dull purplish-
brown, sometimes reddish, and spotted with white; apex almost constant-
ly of a deep crimson, which frequently extends to the second yolution ;
sometimes the spiral zone at the base of the yolutions is ornamented with
square crimson spots. Length rarely three-eighths of an inch; breadth a
quarter of an inch.
This and the preceding species have not unfrequently been confounded,
but may at once be distinguished from the 7". striatus by its being much
more produced, in the spiral ridges being crenated, the base being rounded,
the tip of the spire almost invariably crimson, and the inside of the aper-
ture very slightly nacred.
Found on the Sussex and Devonshire coasts, and at Treryn Cove, near
the Land’s End, Cornwall. Montagu found it on the shore between Wey-
mouth and Portland. It is a rare and very local British species. é
13. T. crassus, pl. XI, f. 6, 7.—First Ed., pl. 45, f. 6, 7; Montagu, p. 281;
Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 452; Ib., Wernerian Memoirs, II, p. 319;
Turton, Brit. Fau., p- 177; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 322; Turbo lineatus,
Da Costa, p. 100, pl. 6, f. 7; Donovan, Brit. Sh., II, pl. 71.
Shell subconic, very thick and strong, with five rounded vyolutions,
separated by a well-defined suture, apex pointed, but not sharp; base
somewhat produced and rounded at its edge ; aperture pearlaceous within ;
suborbicular, somewhat angulated at the junction of the outer lip and
pillar, and rounded next the outside; outer lip acute, its inner margin
dark purplish brown; columella smooth, white, or nacred, with a blunt
tooth-like process below its centre; and a slight groove behind the co-
lumella, and in others it is slightly subumbilicate; outside coarse and
wrinkled; colour cinereous, or light fawn, covered with fine, close-set.
zigzag lines of purplish-brown, and sometimes of a blackish purple; a
white semilunar patch covers nearly half of the base.
breadth somewhat less.
This species is subject to some variation in shape; some are more
conic, and the volutions more rounded and tumid than others.
Found on the coasts of Cornwall, Devonshire, Hampshire, Caernar-
vonshire, Wales; Dublin Bay, Killough, and plentiful on the rocks at
Limerick, Ireland.
Length an inch,
Famity I].—ScauaripDEs.
Shell devoid of plaits or folds on the columella; margins of the
aperture united in a circular form.
GeEnus 21.—DELPHIONOIDEA.— Brown.
Spire depressed, surface smooth, divested of spinous processes ;
aperture orbicular, or nearly so, and not enveloping the body vo-
lution.
Subdivision 1.—Volutions Devtral.
1. D. Unispirala, pl. VIII, f. 32, 33.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 32, 33.
Helix unispiralis ; Montagu, p. 443; Maton and Racket, Liun. Trans.,
VIII, p. 201; Walker, Minute Shells, f. 27.
Shell glossy white and opaque, with one volution, umbilicate on both
sides; aperture orbicular. Diameter scarcely a line.
Found at Sandwich, and is very rare.
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2. D. depressa, pl. VIII, f. 35, 36. First Ed., pl. 51, f. 35, 36.
Helix depressa; Montagu. p. 439, pl. 15, £5; Turbo depressus; Tur-
ton, Brit. Faun., p. 185; Skenea depressa; Fleming, Brit. An., 313.
Shell sunbdepressed, subpellucid, with three or four volutions ; spire
well defined by the suture, but scarcely elevated above the body, and
slightly wrinkled-across; apex distinct, but not produced; body cylindri-
cal, base rounded, with a large umbilicus, in which. the superior volutions
are seen; aperture obicular, the lips continuous, even all round, and not
clasping the body, but spreading slightly upon it; colour of a light brown.
Diameter hardly a line.
Found at Whitsand Bay and Falmouth, Cornwall; Burrow Island,
Devonshire; and at Dunbar, Frith of Forth.
3. D. serpuloatea, pl. VIU, f. 40, 41; First Ed., pl. 51, f. 40, 41.
Helix serpuloides; Montagu, Sup., p. 147, pl. 21, f. 3; Skenea serpu-
loides; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 813.
Shell compressed, glossy, white, with three smooth volutions; spire
but little elevated above the body, and terminating in a small but not
pointed apex; aperture orbicular, slightly adhering to the body, and
turning considerably downwards, forming a large and deep umbilicus, in
which the superior volutions are distinctly visible. Diameter not a line.
Found on the Devonshire coast, extremely rare.
This bears some resemblance to the D. depressa, but differs in the
slight connection of the volutions, and their more cylindrical form beneath ;
it differs also in colour.
Subdivision I1.—Volutions Sinistral.
4, D. resupinata, pl. VILL, f. 45 and 47; First Ed, pl. 51, f. 45 and 47.
Helix resupinata; Montagu, p. 444; Walker, Minute Shells, f 24.
Shell with three reversed volutions, aud terminating in an obtuse apex ;
aperture large, oval, and not spreading on the body.
Genus 22.—Spira.—Brown.
Shell smooth, nearly globular, or semiovate; spire small in pro-
portion to the size,of the body, and depressed ; aperture enveloping
the body.
1. C. globosa, pl. VII, f. 34 and 37; First Ed., pl. 51, f. 34 and 37;
Delphinoidea globosa.
Helix globosa; Montagu, p. 444; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.,
VIII, p. 203; Walker, Minute Shells, f. 25; Turton, Brit. Faun., p. 190.
Shell smooth, white, opaque, glossy, and round, with two volutions,
the superior one slightly elevated above the body; aperture suborbicular,
and clasping the body; outer lip thin, entire. Diameter not a line.
Found on the coast of Sandwich.
2. C. nitidissima, pl. VIL, f. 42 and 44.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 42 and
44; Delphinoidea nitidissima.
Helex nitidissima; Montagu, p. 447; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.,
VIII, p. 205; Adam’s Linn. Tr., V, p. 6, pl. 1, f. 22, 23, 24.
Shell nearly globular. extremely glossy and’ horn coloured; pellucid,
with two volutions, finely striate transversely ; base rounded with a small,
round umbilicus; aperture semilunar, enveloping the body; outer lip
plain. Diameter not a line. i
Found on the coast of Pembrokeshire.
3. C. coarctata, pl. VILL, f. 48 and 52.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 43 and
52; Delphinoidea coarctata.
Helix coarctata; Montagu, p. 447; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.,
VIII, p. 205; Walker, Minute Shells, f. 30.
Shell nearly globose, white, and pellucid; with two volutions; body
very large, superior volution extremely small; aperture subrotund, em-
bracing the body contracted at the base of the columella; outer lip thin
and plain; an extremely small umbilicus. Diameter not a line.
Found at Sandwich, very rare.
4. C. reticulata, pl. VILL, f. 38, 39.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 38, 39;
Delphinoidea reticulata.
Helix reticulata; Montagu, p. 444; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.,
VIII, p. 203; Adams, Micr., pl. 14, f. 12; Walker, Min. Sh., f. 26.
Shell semiovate, subglobular, white, and pellucid, with two volutions,
spirally and transversely striate; aperture nearly orbicular, clasping the
body; margin of the outer lip plain, and divested of striae; base with a
subumbilicus. Diameter not quite a line.
Found at Reculver; extremely rare.
5. C. bicolor, pl. VIII, f. 50, 51.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 50, 51; Del-
vhinoidea bicolor.
[ TRAcHELIPoDa.
Helix bicolor; Montagu, p. 447; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.,
VIII, p. 205; Adams, Linn. Trans., V, p. 4.
Shell with two smooth, pellucid, but not glossy volutions, of'a yellow-
ish horn colour; base provided -with a very small umbilicus.
This species differs*from the C. nétidissima, in being perfectly smooth,
not glossy, and in the inside of the shell being white.
6. C. tubulata, pl. VIII, f. 46.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 46; Delphinoidea
tubulata.
Helis tubulata; Montagu, p. 446; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans.,
VIII, p. 204; Adams, Linn. Trans., III, p. 67.
Shell globular, with three longitudinally striate volutions, and a marginal
tube at the base in place of an umbilicus, extending beyond the base of
the shell.
7. C. variegata? ‘
Helix variegata; Montagu, p. 446; Adams, Linn. Trans., III, p. 67.
Shell consisting of four subpellucid, smooth volutions, with red linea-
tions; the body ventricose, and imperforate at the base; margin of the
aperture very much spread.
GENus 23.—PLANARIA.—Brown.
Shell discoidal ; spire depressed ; the volutions apparent on both
sides, and encompassed by the body, or outer one ; aperture trans-
verse and semilunar, and not clasping the body.
1. P. pellucida, pl. VII, f. 53-54-55.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 53-54-55.
Shell depressed, very thin, pellucid, white, and extremely glossy, con-
sisting of four rounded volutions, slightly wrinkled across, visible on both
sides of the disk; the one next the body above nearly parallel with it, the
inner ones descending into a deep umbilicus; the centre volutions encom-
passed by the body; aperture semilunar, transverse, and oblique; outer
lip thin, pillar lip adhering to and slightly reflected on the columella; base
rounded. Diameter a quarter of an inch; thickness not an eighth.
Found on the coast at Dunbar, by General Bingham, and in his cabinet;
and we have lately met with it in the same locality.
2. P. alba, pl. VIII, f. 48-49.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 48-49.
Shell depressed, with four milk-white rounded volutions, visible on both
sides, encompassed hy the body; the second ones very slightly elevated
above the sides of the body, the central ones sinking into a deep umbili-
cus ; base rounded, the volutions retiring towards the middle, and winding
to asmall central umbilicus; the whole crossed by very minute lines of
growth, or obsolete strize ; aperture oblique, large, suborbicular, and white
within; outer lip thin and plain; pillar lip adhering to the columella
Diameter three-eighths of an inch, and about half that thickness.
Found on the beach betwixt St Abb’s Head and Dunbar by General
Bingham, and in his cabinet ; and we have lately found it close to Dun-
bar.
This species has much the aspect of /’lanorbis corneus, but differs from
it in the volutions of the apical side, being the reverse of that shell in
the inside being parallel with the sides of the body, and in the others bemg
thicker and less sunk than the under side of the P. corneus, in its young
state.
Genus 24.—Scatarta.—Lamarck.
Shell turreted; volutions gibbous, very distinct, sometimes quite
separated, with a spiral void in place of a suture, with close or dis-
tant, longitudinal, elevated, acute, oblique ribs, sometimes so thick-
ened as to present a varicose appearance, but in a few instances so
depressed that they hardly appear above the surface; aperture for
the most part orbicular, or generally a little longer than broad, with
its margin united all round, thickened, and reflected, particularly so
in such species as the volutions are apart from each other; lower
part of the columella indistinctly canaliculate; aperture provided
with a thin, horny, spiral operculum.
1. S. communis, pl. VIL, f. 13.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 13; Scalarza com-
munis ; Lamarck, VI, pl. 2,"p- 228; Scalaria clathrus ; Fleming, Brit. An.,
p- 311; Turbo clathrus ; Pennant, Brit. Zool., 1V, p. 129, pl. 82, f. 3;
Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, p. 170; Montagu, Sup. p. 120;
T. clathratulus ; Donovan, Brit. Sh., pl. 28, upper figs. ; Turbo scalaris ;
Montagu, p. 296.
INVOLUTE. |
Shell with from nine to twelve taper, turreted, deeply divided
volutions, terminating in an acute apex; the whole length of the
shell invested with from nine to twelve regular, longitudinal, ob-
lique, high, distant, membranaeous ribs; aperture orbicular, its
margin thickened by a rib that surrounds it; colour white, some-
times with a few transverse fillets of brown or brownish red.
Length an inch and a half; diameter at the base half an inch;
provided with a coriaceous, black, and spirally striated oper-
culum.
Found at Falmouth, Cornwall, the south coast of Devonshire,
Dorsetshire, and Kent ; Montagu procured it alive, at the Salt-
Stone, estuary of Kingsbridge, of a superior size; found also in
Dublin Bay and Portmarnock, Ireland, plentiful; and at Dun-
bar, sparingly, according to Captain Laskey.
2. SS. clathratulus, pl. VIL, f. 12—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 125
Turbo clathratulus, Turton’s Linnzus, IV, p. 500; Ib. Brit.
Fauna, p. 179; Adams, Micro., pl. 14, f. 19; Montagu, p. 297;
Sup., p. 124; Maton and Racket, Linn. Trans., VIII, pl. 5, f.
1; Walker, Min. Sh., f. 45.
Shell with five or six taper, turreted, deeply divided volutions ;
with from fifteen to seventeen close-set, oblique, longitudinal,
very delicate ribs; aperture orbicular; lip thickened by a rib.
Length about half an inch.
Found sparingly on the south Devonshire coast, Weymouth,
and Dunbar.
3. S. Turtoni, pl. XX1* f.1, 2; Scalaria Turtoni, Turton,
Conch. Dic., p. 208, f. 97; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 311; Ency.
Meth, pl. 451, £3; Turbo clathratus, var., Donovan, Brit. Sh.,
pl. 28, lower fig.
Shell with about twelve deeply divided volutions, and twelve
longitudinal strong ribs, the intermediate spaces spirally striate ;
colour pale brown, with two or three dark reddish brown spiral
bands, and the ribs crossed by the same colour; aperture orbicu-
lar ; lips white, thickened by a rib, a little reflected. Length
two inches; breadth nearly three-quarters.
Found in Dublin Bay and Balbriggin, Ireland.
Famity III.—P.uicacka.
Shell with the aperture somewhat contracted, and the’colu-
mella plaited.
Genus 25.—TorNATELLA.—Lamarck.
Shell oval, oblong, or cylindrical, usually transversely striate,
and destitute of epidermis; spire generally very short, and some-
what obtuse, but elongated and subacute in some species; aper-
ture longitudinal, elongated, entire, with the outer lip simple,
acutely edged, and sometimes with a slight contraction and in-
crassation; inner lip thin, and but slightly spread; columella
spiral, with one or several folds at its base.
1. T. fasciata, pl. VIII, f. 4, 5—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 4, 55
Tornatella fasciata, Lamarck, VI, pt. 2nd, p. 220; Tornatella
tornatilis, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 336; Voluta tornatilus, Mon-
tagu, p. 231; Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 117, pl. 71, f. 86;
Donovan, Brit. Sh., II, pl. 57; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 170.
Shell oval; body large in proportion to the spire; with eight
gently rounded volutions, abruptly tapering to an acute apex, and
well defined by a deep channelled suture; upper part invested by
F
MOLLUSCA. 21
five, somewhat irregular, spiral striw, descending to the base of
the lower band, from whence to the base of the body it is pro-
vided with a series of five transverse ribs, the interstices between
them crossed by strong longitudinal striz ; aperture long, nar-
row, much straitened above, and widened below, by the narrow-
ing of the basal region of the body; outer lip thin, plain above,
but crenulated on its lower margin by the basal ribs; columella
provided with one plait near the retal extremity; colour purplish
red, the body volution ornamented with two transverse, spiral,
white bands, usually bordered with a darker shade of purplish
red, and the upper white band proceeds continuously to the apex,
on each side of the suture; columella and lower portion of the
outer lip, within, in full grown shells, of a rich rusty brown.
Length three-quarters of an inch.
Found at Teignmouth and Exmouth, Devonshire ; Wey-
mouth, Dorsetshire; Anglesea and Longhorne, Wales; Port-
marnock, Ireland; Dunbar, Tyne Sands and Leith Roads, Frith
of Forth.
Genus 25.—JAmin1s—Bruguiére.
Shell ovate, destitute of epidermis ; spire generally short ;
aperture elongated; pillar lip furnished with plaits or teeth;
outer lip smooth and entire, or toothed in some species.
Subdivision I— Without teeth on the outer lip.
1. J. plicata, pl. VIII, f. 10—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 10;
Voluta plicata, Montagu, p. 325, pl. 21, f. 2; Turton, Brit.
Fau., p. 170; Odostomia plicata, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 310.
Shell smooth, glossy, subpellucid, and white; with six some-
what slender, well defined, volutions, terminating in an obtuse
apex ; aperture suboval, somewhat contracted above, and rounded
at the lower extremity; outer lip sharp and even; inner lip
thickened, and provided with a single tooth-like plait. Length
an eighth of an inch; breadth one-third its length.
Found in sand from Salcomb Bay ; but rare.
2. J. interstincta, pl. IX, f. 10.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 10;
Turbo interstinctus, Adams, Linn. Tr., III, p. 66, pl. 13, f. 23,
24; Montagu, p. 324, pl. 12, f.10; Voluta interstincta, Turton,
Brit. Fauna., p. 170; Odostomia inter'stincta, Fleming, Brit.
An., p. 310.
Shell with five white, glossy, rather flat, taper volutions, sepa-
rated by a small suture, and terminating in an obtuse apex; the
whole shell covered by fine longitudinal ribs; outer lip entire,
thin; pillar lip slightly reflected, and provided with a single
tooth. Length one line; breadth a third of its length.
Found in sand from Bigberry Bay, Devonshire; but very
rare.
3. J. unidentata, pl. IX, f. 44, 45 —First Ed., pl. 50, f. 44,
45; Turbo unidentatus, Montagu, p. 324; Voluta unidentata,
Turton, Brit. Fa. p. 170; Odostomia unidentata, Fleming,
Brit. An., p. 310.
Shell conic, strong; with five or six slightly inflated, white,
smooth, glossy, subpellucid volutions, terminating in rather an
obtuse apex; aperture suboval, slightly contracted above; outer
lip plain; columella furnished near the middle with a single
tooth. Length two-tenths of an inch; breadth about one-half
its length.
Found in deep water in Salcomb Bay, Devonshire ; and at
Dunbar, Frith of Forth.
99 MOLLUSCA.
4. J. longiuscula, pl. Vi, f. 8.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 85
Buccinum longiusculum, Walker, Min. Sh., f. 60; Adams,
Micros., pl. 14, f. 26.
Shell taper; consisting of six smooth, glossy, pellucid, gradu-
ally tapering volutions, well defined by the suture, and termi-
nating in an acute apex; aperture oblong, slightly contracted
above, and widened beneath; outer lip thin, even; columella
smooth, with a tooth-like process near its centre. Length an
eighth of an inch; breadth not half its length.
Found in Faversham Creek.
5. J. obtusa, pl. IX, f. 38.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 38.
Shell subeylindrical; with five white, glossy, somewhat tumid,
and gradually tapering volutions, terminating in an obtuse apex 5
with five longitudinal ribs; aperture subrotund, slightly con-
tracted above; outer lip plain; columella with a prominent,
oblique, tooth-like process near its centre. Length an eighth
of an inch; breadth not half its length.
. Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
6. J. pullus, pl. IX, f. 11.—First Ed., pl. 50, f. 11.
Shell subconic; with six slightly rounded volutions, termi-
nating in an obtuse apex; the whole shell invested by five flat
spiral ribs; aperture subovate, slightly contracted above ; outer
lip plain; columella furnished with a sharp tooth-like process
near its centre; whole shell of a pale flesh colour, and not
glossy.
Found by me on the beach at Montrose.
7. J.alba, pl. VIII, f. 18.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 18; Voluta
alba, Montagu, p. 235; Ib., Sup., p. 101; Walker, Min. Sh., f.
61; Adams, Micros., pl. 14, f. 27; Maton and Racket, Linn.
Trans. VIII, p. 130; Turton, Brit. Fauna., p. 170.
Shell opaque and glossy; with four finely striated volutions ;
aperture long, narrow, straitened above, and rounded beneath.
Length a tenth of an inch.
Found at Sandwich and Shepey Island.
8. J. insculpta; Turbo insculptus, Montagu, Sup., p. 129 ;
Odostomia insculpta, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 310.
“Shell subpellucid, white, and taper; with five or six mode-
rately convex volutions, finely and regularly striated throughout,
in a spiral direction; apex obtusely pointed; aperture subovate ;
pillar lip with a faint duplicature, forming a subumbilicus, and
furnished with a small tooth. Length one-eighth of an inch;
breadth one-third its length.
«“ This rare shell, from the coast of Devon, must not be con-
founded with the Turbo semistriate, (Rissoa semistriata, p. 11,
pl. LX, f. 3,) which is vastly broader in proportion, and is desti-
tute of a tooth.-—Montagu.
9. J. bidentata, pl. VU, f. 7 —First Ed., pl. 51, f.7; Voluta
bidentata, Montagu, Sup., p. 100, pl. 30, f. 2.
Shell strong, thick, conic, smooth, glossy white ; with six or
seven yolutions, tapering abruptly to an acute apex; a few dis-
tant, longitudinal, wrinkles undulate the suture; body large,
occupying two-thirds the length of the shell; aperture narrow,
somewhat oblique, contracted above, and rounded below; outer
lip thick, plain; columella much thickened, and folding back
forms a subumbilicus behind, and provided with three tooth-like
plications in front. Length a quarter of an inch; breadth about
half its length.
Found plentifully on the south coast of Devonshire; and at
Dunbar, Frith of Forth.
{ TRACHELIPODA.
Subdivision 1I,— With teeth on the outer lip.
10. J. denticulata, pl. VII, f. 6.—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 65
Voluta denticulata, Montagu, p. 234, pl. 20, f.2; Walker, Min.
Sh., f. 50 and f. 53, young; Turton, Brit. Fa., p. 170.
Shell subeylindrical ; with seven or eight gradually tapering,
flat, semipellucid volutions, terminating in an acute apex; body
large, in proportion to the size of the spire; aperture oblong-
oval, nearly half the length of the shell; outer lip furnished
with two or three tubercles near the margin, and frequently
with three or four white denticulations within the margin of
the aperture; columella provided with three or four oblique
white plice, which are much produced, and have a tooth-like
appearance. Length nearly half an inch; breadth not a
quarter.
This species is subject to some variety in the denticulations
on the outer lip; some have more and others less, and young
shells are destitute of them; the plications on the columella
also vary from two to four, but the usual number is three.
Found on the shore at Plymouth, and other parts of the
south Devonshire coast; at Barnstable and Isracomb, in the
north; near Aberavon, Wales; and at Southampton; Dublin
Bay, Ireland; and Dunbar, Frith of Forth.
ll. J. quinguedens, pl. VIII, f. 11—First Ed., pl. 51,
renlels
Shell strong, thick, conic, smooth, white, and opaque; with
six volutions; spire tapering abruptly, and terminating in an
obtuse apex; aperture a little oblique, narrow, contracted above,
and rounded below; outer lip thin, provided internally with five
tooth-like processes, the upper one largest ; columella slightly
thickened, and furnished with two strong, acute, prominent
teeth-like processes in front, the upper one cleft.
quarter of an inch; breadth about half its length.
I found this shell on the beach at Prestonpans, nine miles
east of Edinburgh.
Length a
Genus 27.—Comin1a.—Brown.
Shell elongated, tapering to both extremities; spire of medium
length; aperture elongated and narrow; columella furnished
with several oblique, spiral grooves, or folds, and subcanaliculate
at the base.
1. C. hyalina, pl. VIII, f. 9—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 9;
Jaminia hyalina ; Voluta hyalina, Montagu, Sup., p. 101.
Shell with six flat, pellucid, smooth volutions, tapering to an
obtuse apex, and very indistinctly defined by the extremely
small line of the suture; body occupying about half the length
of the shell; aperture much elongated and narrow, a little con-
tracted above; base truncated and canaliculated; outer lip
smooth, plain, and sharp at the edge; columella with seyen or
eight fine, oblique, thread-like plications. Length a quarter of
an inch; breadth not more than one-third its length.
Found near Dunbar, by Captain Laskey.
Famity [V.—Macrostoma.
Shells auriform, with a very wide spreading aperture, and the
margins disunited; destitute of a columella and operculum,
INVOLUTE. ]
Genus 28.—Hauiotis.—Linneus.
Shell ear-shaped, ovate, oblong, or nearly round, and depres-
sed; with a yery short, flattened, somewhat lateral spire; aper-
ture extremely large, nearly embracing the whole shell, mostly
entire, and of an ovate, or oblong form in the adult state; disk
haying a series of circular, or ovate, perforations running paral-
lel to the columellar or left margin, which commences with a
notch; columellar lip usually flattened, or hollow, in front ;
sometimes with a strongly developed central impression; inside
always pearlaceous, exhibiting brilliant iridescent reflections.
1. H. tuberculata, pl. X11, f. 2 and 18.—First Ed., pl. 36,
f.2 and 18; Haliotis tuberculata, Pennant, Brit. Zool., LV, p.
141, pl. 88, f. 144; Donovan, Brit. Sh., I, pl. 5; Montagu, p.
473; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 362; Turton, Brit. Fauna., p. 196;
Brown, Wernerian Memoirs, II, p. 532; Lamarck, VI, pt. 2nd,
p- 215.
Shell ovate oblong, flat, with coarse, slightly waved, longitu-
dinal striz, and strong transyerse wrinkles, and extremely close,
irregular strie; near the inner margin is a produced ridge,
extending from the base to the first turn of the spire, and beset
with irregularly formed tubercles, decreasing in size as they
approach the apex; behind this the margin is rounded, and
turns inward; above this is another ridge, in which there is a
series of large tubercles, which also decrease towards the apex ;
six or eight of the lower ones being perforated with ovate holes;
the upper tubercles imperforate, and flattened at top; aperture
very wide and entirely open, concave, transversely crossed by
shallow, broad furrows, and highly pearlaceous, exhibiting beau-
tiful iridescent reflections; outer margin thin; columellar lip
broadly reflected, forming a flattened rim round the left side of
the disk, nacred like the rest of the interior, and ending about
an inch from the base. Length varying from three to four
inches.
Dead shells have been found on the coasts of Sussex, Dor-
setshire, and Devonshire. It is found abundantly adhering to
rocks, near low water mark, in Guernsey. Mr. Templeton, of
Belfast, procured one specimen by the dredge at Springfield,
county of Down, Ireland, and he assured me that several speci-
mens had been picked up on these shores.
Genus 29—S1GAretTus. —Lamarck.
Shell suborbicular, subauriform, depressed; spire submargi-
nal, much flattened, and sometimes compressed, consisting of
not more than two or three yolutions; aperture entire, much
dilated, oblong-oyate, its edges disunited at the upper extremity,
in consequence of the outer lip embracing the base of the last
volution; inner lip short, spirally twisted, in general slightly
reflected at its upper part, sometimes to such an extent as to
produce a small umbilicus; within the aperture are two mus-
cular impressions, the one in the upper, and the other in its
lower extremity.
1. WS. Haliotoideus, pl. Il, f.1, 2—First Ed., pl. 44, f. 1, 2;
Sigaretus haliotoideus, Lamarck, pt. 2nd, p. 208; S. per-
spicuus, Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 29; Bulla haliotoidea, Montagu,
p- 211, pl. 7, f.6, and Vignette 2, f.6; Brown, Ency. Brit.; VI,
p- 434; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 168.
Shell suboval, extremely thin, pellucid, white, glossy, and
MOLLUSCA. 23
smooth; very slightly wrinkled longitudinally by the lines of
growth; spire very small and obtuse, consisting of two obliquely
twisted yolutions; aperture oval, very large, but not quite ex-
tending to the apex; body very large, and exposing the whole
interior; outer lip thin; inner lip concave, and slightly inflected.
Length three-quarters of an inch; breadth half an inch.
Found in Salecomb Bay and Torcross, Devonshire; Studland
beach and Weymouth, Dorsetshire; Downshire coast, Ireland ;
and in the Frith of Forth, Scotland. It appears to inhabit deep
water.
2. S. flexelis, pl. II, f. 3, 4—First Ed., pl. 44, f. 3,4; Bulla
flexilis, Montagu, Sup., p. 168; Laskey, Wernerian Memoirs, I,
p- 396, pl. 8, f. 6.
Shell suboval, pellucid; reddish horn coloured; extremely
thin, transparent, with pretty strong longitudinal wrinkles ; spire
very small, consisting of one obliquely twisted yolution; aper-
ture oval, extending nearly to the apex; outer lip thin; inner
lip slightly inflected. Length not quite half an inch; breadth
an eighth and a half.
This may be distinguished from the S. Haliotoides by its
reddish horn colour, in the spire having but one volution, the
inflection of the inner lip being only about half the breadth, by
the base of the aperture being more acute, and in the wrinkles
being much stronger. It is quite flexible when newly extracted
from the animal.
Found at Dunbar, by Captain Laskey.
Genus 29.—GALERICULUM.—Brown.
Shell semiovate ; body extremely large, destitute of a colu-
mella; spire very small; aperture very larges outer lip and pillar
lip continuous, the latter broad and reflected on the body; ge-
nerally covered with an epidermis.
1. G. levigatum, pl. XIX, f. 35 and 38-—First Ed., pl. 38,
f. 35 and 38; Helix levigata, Donoyan, Brit. Sh., III, pl. 105;
Montagu, p. 382; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 195; Velutina levi-
gata, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 326; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 29.
Shell thin, fragile, suborbicular, flesh coloured; with three
volutions; the body extremely large, and the spire very small,
and slightly produced, placed laterally, and terminating in a
compressed apex; the shell wrinkled transversely, and striated
longitudinally, or spirally; covered with a thick, rough, brown
epidermis, which is generally elevated into regular, equidistant,
membranaceous, spiral ridges; aperture suborbicular, extremely
large, inside smooth, glossy, and of a purplish-brown colour ;
sometimes almost white; outer lip very thin; inner lip some-
what oblique, and reflected on the body; behind which there
is a slight groove. Ordinary size three-quarters of an inch in
length, and five-eighths in breadth; but found of yery superior
dimensions at Portmarnock, and other places on the east coast
of Ireland, measuring nearly an inch and an eighth in length,
and three-quarters in breadth.
Found at Southampton; at Torcross and Saleomb, Devon-
shire; Studland, Dorsetshire; Falmouth, Cornwall; Teign-
mouth, Wales; and the Frith of Forth, Scotland.
2. G. ovatum, pl. XIX, f. 27, 28.—First Ed., pl. 38, f. 27,
28.
Shell oblong-oval, much inflated; body very large; spire con-
sisting of a single, small, knob-like volution; aperture oval,
24 MOLLUSCA.
rounded above, and slightly contracted below, inside of a fine
purple hue; outer lip thin, slightly reflected ; inner lip broad,
flattened as in Haliotis, and white; outside covered with a
rather smooth fuscous epidermis. Length about a tenth of an
inch.
Found by Dr. Leach on the Devonshire coast.
3. G. Otis; Helix apertura patentessine, Walker, Min.
Sh., pl. I, £.173; Helix Otis, Turton, Conch. Dic. p. 70; Ve-
lutina Otis, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 326.
Shell transversely oblong; with three smooth, semitransparent,
glossy volutions; aperture transversely oblong; outer lip thin;
inner lip a little thickened and flattish.
Famity V.—IANTHINIA.
Animal capable of raising itself in the water, and floating.
Genus 30.—IJANTHINA.—Lamarck.
Animal provided with a visicle, attached to its foot, by means
of which it can raise itself to the surface of the water, and float
on the ocean.
Shell ventricose, subglobose, and subconic; thin, diaphanous,
and brittle; aperture subtriangular, produced at its lower region
and at its outer side, but is considerably rounded at the angle
formed by the union of the upper and lower halves of the outer
lip; columella straight, and elongated beyond the base of the
outer lip, with the inner lip reflected over it; the outer lip
formed into an angular sinus, by the projection of its upper
half.
1. J. communis, pl. VIL, f. 1, 2—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 1, 25
Lanthina communis, Lamarck, VI, pt. 2nd, p. 206; Fleming,
Brit. An., p. 326; Janthina fragilis, Ency. Meth., pl. 456. f. 1,
a,b; Helix ianthena, Gmelin, Linné, 3645, No. 103; Helix
ianthina, Brown, Wernerian Memoirs, II, p. 525; Ib., Ency.
Brit., VI, p. 460, pl. 155, f. 6.
Shell subconic, umbilicate; body extremely large; spire very
small, consisting of three somewhat inflated volutions, separated
by a deep suture, terminating in an obtuse apex, on the pinnacle
of which is inserted a very small bead-like process, of a pearla-
ceous lustre; the centre of the body produced into a rounded,
subearinated ridge; base produced; aperture subtriangular,
smooth, and glossy within, much produced below; outer lip
greatly expanded, thin, and acute; inner lip straight, somewhat
reflected over the small umbilicus; whole shell covered with
undulous, rather wide spiral striz, and crossed by strong irregu-
lar stri, following the direction of the lines of growth; colour
of a reddish purple, or lilac, the superior volutions whitish.
Length upwards of an inch; breadth nearly an inch and a
quarter.
Many hundreds of this shell were found alive at Portrush,
county of Antrim, Ireland, by Mrs. Clewlow and Miss Kelly, of
Belfast, after a storm. Some of them floated on the surface of
the sea, and were buoyed up by the reticulated, viscous mem-
brane which is attached to the foot of the animal. It was after-
wards found alive in Bantry Bay, by Miss Hutchins, and has
since been met with on various parts of the coast of Ireland,
and Wales.
2. I. exigua, pl. VILI, f. 16, 17; Lanthina exigua, Lamarck,
VI, pt. 2nd, p. 206; Ency. Method., pl. 456, f. 2, a, b.
[ TRACHELIPoDA.
Shell ovate-conical, very thin, subhyaline, with four rounded
volutions ; spire produced, terminating in a subacute apex, and
elegantly striated longitudinally ; aperture triangular ; pillar lip
curved, and terminating in a produced, oblique point; the whole
shell of a beautiful reddish violet colour. Length two lines and
a half; breadth two lines.
Found by my friend R. J. Shuttleworth, Esq., at Conomaura,
west coast of Ireland.
Famity VI.—NERITACEA.
Shells subglobose, or oval; destitute of a columella; the outer
lip margined and transverse; aperture enclosed by an opercu-
lum. They inhabit both the sea and fresh waters.
Genus 31.—NatTica.—Adamson.
Shell subglobose, oval, or oblong; umbilicate; spire short,
sometimes very short, with the apex very rarely pointed; aper-
ture large, semicircular, and very seldom effuse; outer lip sharp
edged, smooth within; columellar lip oblique, destitute of teeth,
generally thickened, and sometimes spread thickly over the um-
bilicus ; umbilicus usually large, having a spiral callosity within,
which sometimes increases so as to cover the umbilicus; it is
sometimes very small, and in a few instances nearly obsolete, so
much so, as to be hardly perceptible ; operculum testaceous in
some species, and horny in others.
1. NV. monilifera, pl. XII, f. 1, 2, 8, and 10.—First Ed., pl.
43, f. 1, 2, 8, and 10; Natica monilifera, Lamarck, An. San.
Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 196; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 29; WV. glau-
cina, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 319; Nerita glaucina, Donovan,
Brit. Sh., I, pl. 20, f. 1; Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 462; Maton
and Racket, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. ; Montagu, Test. Brit., p.
469; Turton, Brit. Fa., p. 195.
Shell subglobose, strong, smooth, glossy; spire small, consist-
ing of six somewhat inflated, rapidly decreasing volutions, slightly
flattened above, and well defined by the suture; body very large
in proportion to the spire, and ventricose; aperture suboval and
sublunate ; outer lip thin and even, and considerably protruded
at its juncture with the body; pillar lip thick, callous, broadly
spread over the columella above, narrowed beneath, and slightly
reflected over the umbilicus, which is large, deep, and striated
internally ; whole shell covered with minute, nearly obsolete,
irregular, longitudinal strie, which are only perceptible by the
aid of a lens; colour sometimes livid, or purplish, but for the
most part ferruginous, or chestnut, with a series of longitudinal
purplish-brown streaks on the superior portion of the volutions;
operculum horny, very thin, transparent, and elastic, with diver-
gent strie. The young shell, f. 1, 2, is generally ornamented
with a series of streaks, or girdles of spots, or zig-zag lines. Size
varying from an inch and a half to two inches in length; and
from an inch and a quarter to an inch and a half in diameter.
Found on most of the British and Irish coasts, and seems to
be a deep water species. Mr. Nicol states that he found it
buried in sand, at very low tides, in the Frith of Forth.
Mr. Forbes, in his “ Malacologia Monensis,” says, the body
of this species is “minutely striated spirally.” I have examined
specimens from almost every coast in the kingdom, and have
never met with a single specimen with this character.
InvoLuTE.|
2. WN. Alderi, pl. LXI, f.1; Natica Alderi, Forbes, Mala-
cologia Monensis, p. 31, pl. 2, f. 6, 7.
Shell nearly globular; with the spire somewhat produced,
acute, consisting of five yolutions, divided by a shallow suture ;
the lower volution largest, and rounded; the upper ones nearly
flat; surface smooth, purplish-brown, with two bands of plain
yellow, which are each bordered by two narrow bands of white,
spotted with brown; lower part of the first volution white; a
dark brown band bounds and enters the umbilicus, which is
neither grooved nor striated; pillar lip brown and white, slightly
reflected on the umbilicus; inside brownish white; operculum
corneous.
Young shells have the spire less produced, and the markings
paler.
Mr. Forbes says, “this appears to be as generally distributed
on our shores as the last (JV. monilifera), with which it has
hitherto been confounded.
(though not without doubts) regarded it as the young of the
last, until my attention was directed to its own young by that
eminent conchologist, Mr. Alder of Newcastle. Since then I
have taken the shell of all sizes, so as to leave no doubt of the
identity of the larger specimens with the smaller.”
3. WN. intricata, pl. XIII, f. 13, 16.—First Ed., pl. 43, f. 13,
16; Natica intricata, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 319; Nerita intri-
cata, Donovan, Brit. Sh., V, pl. 167; Nerita canrena, Montagu,
Test. Brit., Sup., p. 149.
Shell nearly globular, smooth, shining; body large; spire
very small, consisting of three rounded volutions; colour livid,
with bands of sagittate, ferruginous lines; umbilicus large, fur-
nished with two divergent, spiral ridges and two grooves; aper-
ture suboyate, sublunate; outer lip smooth, thin at the edge;
pillar lip broadly reflected on the columella. Size somewhat
more than half an inch.
Found at Weymouth by Mr. Donovan, and I dredged a dead
shell in the Frith of Forth.
4. N. Montagui, pl. XIII, f. 3, 6, 7, 11—First Ed., pl. 43,
f. 3,6; Natica Montagui, Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 32; Natica
rufa, Fleming, Brit. An., p.319; Nerita rufa, Montagu, Test.
Brit., Sup., p. 150.
Shell ovate, smooth, glossy; body large; spire small, con-
Indeed, I had for some time
sisting of four rounded yolutions, separated by a deep suture,
terminating in an obtuse apex; aperture semi-ovate; outer lip
thin at the edge; pillar lip white, narrowly reflected on the
columella; umbilicus deep, and hollowed by a spiral groove,
which terminates in a notch on the columella, and a rib crossing
half over the opening; colour livid or purplish, with a white
band investing the superior portion of the volutions; inside
yellowish orange. Length five-tenths of an inch; diameter
one-eighth of an inch.
Tuhabits the Frith of Forth, in which locality a beautiful spe-
cimen was found by my friend Dr. Knapp of Edinburgh; it is
also met with on the north coast of the Isle of Man; but is a
rare species.
5. WN. glabrissima, pl. XII, f. 9, 12.—First Ed., pl. 43, f.
9, 12; Nerita glabrissimus, Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, pt.
2nd, p. 532, pl. 24, f. 12.
Shell nearly globular, pellucid, bluish-white; body large; spire
small, flat, consisting of three deeply divided volutions ; covered
with rather wide, oblique, longitudinal strie; aperture sublu-
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MOLLUSCA. 25
nated; umbilicus long, narrow, and pointed at both extremities;
surface covered with fine, regular, longitudinal striae internally ;
aperture semilunar; outer lip very thin, acute at the edge ;
pillar lip slightly reflected on the columella. Size one-eighth
of an inch.
Found in Dublin Bay, by Dr. Turton.
6. WN. pallidula, pl. XIII, f. 12, 19.—First Ed., pl. 43, f. 12,
19; Natica pallidula, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 320; Nerita pal-
“idula, Donovan, Brit. Sh., I, pl. 16, f. 1, 1; Da Costa, Brit.
Sh., p. 51, pl. 4, f. 4, 5; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 468; Brown,
Ency. Brit., VI, p. 462.
Shell orbicular, subpellucid, of a light yellowish brown, or
horn colour; body very large; spire extremely small, consisting
of two, lateral, hardly produced, but well defined, volutions ;
aperture semilunate, very large, the external margins of the lip
as wide as the shell; outer lip thin, its margin fringed by the
epidermis protruding from behind ; pillar lip wide, white, con-
cave, with an elongated umbilicus, in its centre, contracted at
both extremities; inside glossy ; whole shell covered with a
rough, brown, epidermis, beneath which the surface is nearly
smooth, or faintly wrinkled, longitudinally. Length nearly half
an inch; breadth three-eighths.
Found on the coasts of Kent, Dorsetshire, and Falmouth,
in Cornwall; and the Frith of Forth; it is, however, a rare
species.
7. WN. tuberosissima, pl. XIII, f. 18, 20.—First Ed., pl. 43,
f. 18, 20; Natica tuberosissima, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 320;
Nerita tuberosissima, Montagu, Test. Brit., Sup., p. 150, pl. 29,
£5. i
Shell orbicular; body very large; spire extremely small, con-
sisting of three volutions, hardly elevated above the body, on
which there are four elevations broken into’ tubercles; aperture
nearly circular ; pillar lip narrowly reflected on the columella
umbilicus large. Diameter somewhat more than one-eighth of
an inch.
Said to have been dredged in deep water, in the Frith of
Forth, by Captain Laskey, a single live specimen only occurring.
It has much the aspect of a foreign shell.
Genus 32.—NeEnrITOIDEs.—Brown.
Shell strong, thick, subrotund; spire depressed; aperture
nearly round; outer lip almost continuous, having a slight
groove only at its junction with the body; destitute of an
umbilicus: operculum nearly circular, horny.
1. WN. hittoralis, pl. XIII, f. 14, 15, 21, 22.—First Ed., pl.
43, f. 14, 15, 21, 22; Nevrita littoralis, Da Costa, Brit. Conch.,
p- 50, pl. 3, f. 7, and pl. 4, f. 2, 3; Donovan, Brit. Sh., I, pl.
20, f. 2; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 467; Fleming, Brit. An., p.
318; Littorina Neritoides, Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 19.
Shell semiovate, strong, thick; body large; spire small, con-
sisting of three or four yolutions, which are placed laterally, and
sometimes quite depressed, and in others produced, and divided
by a slight suture, hardly perceptible at the apex; aperture sub-
orbicular, in some specimens inclining to oval, smooth, white,
purple, or orange within; outer lip thin at the edge, considerably
thickened within ; pillar lip smooth, reflected on the columella ;
whole shell covered by a thickish epidermis, varying in colour,
mostly of a drab, and frequently of an orange-yellow, red, or
26 MOLLUSCA.
brown, beneath which the shell is often prettily mottled, che-
quered with brown and white, or covered with zig-zag markings,
and banded in some instances.
This species is common on most of the British and Irish
coasts; adhering to stones and sea weed, between high and low
water-mark.
Fig. 22 represents the shell in its young state.
Genus 33.—NeEr1TINA.—Lamarck.
Shell thin, external surface generally smooth, and frequently
covered with a strong, horny epidermis; spire mostly very short,
sometimes nearly concealed, and at others obsolete; aperture
semicircular; outer lip plain, sharp, and destitute of teeth or
crenulations internally, but within the lower region of the aper-
ture, it is provided with a somewhat elongated, transverse pro-
minence, which seems the fulcrum for the articulation of the
operculum ; inner lip flattened, and reflected on the columella,
and placed obliquely to the axis of the shell; edge generally
short, and dentated or crenulated; as the animal increases in
dimensions, that part of the columellar lip is absorbed, which
makes it appear as having no columella; operculum testaceous,
semicircular, closing the aperture entirely, covered with a horny
epidermis, and provided internally at the lower end with a tooth-
like appendage, which fits into a hollow between the prominence
and lip.
1. NeERITINA FLUVIATILIS, pl. XVIII, f. 1, 2, 3, and pl.
XIII, f. 4, 5.—First Ed., pl. 43, f. 1, 2, 3.
Neritina fluviatilis, Turton, Man., p. 13, f.124; Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., Il, p. 117; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., VI, p. 163; Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 1885
Fleming, Brit. An., p. 321; Nerita fluviatilis, Mill, Moll. II,
p 194; Drapernaud, Hist. Moll. p. 31, pl. 1, f. 1; Pfeiffer, I,
p- 106, f. 37, 38, 39; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 82; Ib.,
Brit. An., p. 321; Brard, p. 194, pl. Wnts 9; 105) 2)ssarton;
Conch. Dic., p. 127; Neritina fontinalis, Brard, Hist. Conch.,
p- 196, pl. 7, f. 115 Theodoxus Lutetianus, De Montford, II,
p- 351; Da Costa, Brit. Conch., p. 48, pl. 3, f. 8; Pennant,
Brit. Zool., IV, p. 141, pl. 88, f. 142; Donovan, Brit. Sh., I,
pl. 16, f. 2; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 470.
Shell suboval, subpellucid; body very large; spire extremely
small, oblique, and lateral, consisting of two well defined volu-
tions, and terminating in a minutely small, slightly produced
apex; aperture luniform; outer lip thin, sharp at the edge;
pillar lip white, flat, and very broadly reflected on the columella;
aperture closed by a testaceous operculum, of an orange-yellow
colour; whole shell covered with a brown or greenish epider-
mis, beneath which the surface is glossy and smooth, but longi-
tudinal, minute wrinkles, are observable by the aid of a strong
lens; beautifully streaked, spotted, or mottled, with white and
purplish-brown, deep umber, or pale brown, and in some in-
stances with spiral bands of either of those colours. Length
three-eighths of an inch; breadth a quarter of an inch.
Fig. 3 represents the operculum.
Found in many of the slow running rivers and streams of
Great Britain and Ireland adhering to stones, as the Thames,
Humber, Tyne, and Tweed in England; the Liffey, Shannon,
and Bresna in Ireland; and the Forth, Tay, and Clyde in
Scotland.
[ TRACHELIPODA
Famity VII.—PERIsToMIDA.
Shell conoid, or subdiscoid, with the margins of the aperture
united; aperture protected by an operculum; fluviatile, and the
animal haying the power of respiring in water.
Genus 34.—PaLup1InA.—Lamarck.
Shell ovate, or oblong; spire somewhat turreted; the volu-
tions smooth, rounded, and subcarinated; aperture subrotund,
ovate, or oblong, a little angulated above, slightly modified on
the inner side by the gibbosity of the body volution; lips united
all round, with acute edges; operculum corneus, with concentric
lines of growth, and provided with a sublateral nucleus.
1. Patupina vivipaRA, pl. XIV, f. 71, 72.—First Ed., pl.
41, f. 71, 72
Paludina vivipara, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p.
173; Brard, Coq. de Paris, p. 174, pl. 7, f. 1; Fleming, Brit.
An., p. 315; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 116; Thomp-
son, Ann, and Mag. Nat. Hist., p. 17; Cyclostoma viviparum,
Drapernaud, Hist. Nat. des Moll., p. 34, pl. 1, f. 16, 173; Tur-
ton, Man., p. 113, f. 118; Brard, Coq. de Paris, p. 174, pl. 7,
f. 1; Rossmassler, f. 66; Helia vivipara, Montagu, Test. Brit.,
p- 386; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 527; Viviparus fluvio-
rum, De Montford, II, p. 247; Paludina achatina, Sowerby,
Gen., f. 1.
Shell thin, subconic, oblong-ovate; spire consisting of five
extremely ventricose, abruptly diminishing yolutions, separated
by a deep suture, and terminating in an acute apex; aperture
suborbicular, a little contracted above; pillar lip slightly reflect-
ed, behind which is a subumbilicus; inside smooth, bluish-white,
the external bands shining through; whole shell covered with
an olive-green shining epidermis, beneath which the shell is
white, with three spiral, dark brown bands on the body, and two
‘on the superior volutions, which generally grow fainter as they
ascend, until they become nearly invisible before reaching the
apex; surface slightly wrinkled longitudinally, several of which
are coarser than the others, marking the periodical growth of
the shell; aperture protected by a thin horny operculum.
In the young condition the shell is subglobose, subpellucid,
with the bands rather obscure, and the volutions appear more
flattened above than in the adult state.
Found in the Thames and other slow rivers, and sometimes
in ponds. Plentiful in a ditch near Southport, Lancashire.
Occurs in a stream at Newtownards, County of Down, Ireland.
2. Pa.upINA AcHATINA, pl. XIV, f. 68, 69.—First Ed., pl.
41, f. 68, 69.
Paludina achatina, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p.
174; Ency. Meth., pl. 458, f. 1, a, b; Rossmassler, p. 109, f.
66*; Turton, Man., p. 133, f.119; Lymnea vivipara, Fleming,
Brit. An., p. 3153 Cyclostoma achatina, Drapernaud, p. 36, pl.
Veta Ss
Shell thin, oblong-ovate, ventricose ; spire consisting of four
or five considerably inflated yolutions, separated by a well de-
fined, deep suture, and terminating in a rather obtuse apex ;
aperture suborbicular, slightly contracted above, white within,
with the external bands apparent; pillar lip a little reflected on
the columella; outer lip thin, and sharp’ on the edge; whole
shell covered with an olivaceous epidermis, beneath which it is
provided with three, dark reddish brown, spiral girdles on the
INVOLUTE. |
body, and two on the superior volutions; surface with a few
obsolete wrinkles, or lines of growth; aperture provided with a
thin, elastic, horny operculum.
Found in the canal at Birmingham, where it has hitherto
been mistaken for the P. vivipara.
This species may be distinguished from the P. vivipara by
the yolutions being less inflated, in the suture being less deep,
the spire tapering less abruptly, and more obtuse at the apex ;
and in the whole shell being more cylindrical.
3. PauupiNa imPuRA, pl. XIV, f. 72, 73.—First Ed., pl.
4), f. 72; 73.
Paludina impura, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd,
p- 175; Brard, Coq. de Paris, p. 183, pl. 7, f. 2; Draper-
naud, Moll., p. 36, pl. 1, f. 19; Turton, Man., p. 134, f. 120;
Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 116; Paludina tentaculata,
Fleming, Brit. An., p. 315; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., VI, p. 17; Helix tentaculata, Donovan, Brit. Sh., III,
pl. 93; Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 140, pl. 86, f. 140; Mon-
tagu, Test. Brit., p. 389.
Shell oblong-oval, thin, smooth, semitransparent ; spire con-
sisting of four or five ventricose yolutions, deeply divided by
the suture, and terminating in an acute apex; aperture subor-
bicular, pointed above, and closed by a testaceous, concentrically
wrinkled, operculum, which is internally coated with a testaceous
covering, and its nucleus subcentral; outer lip smooth on the
edge, moderately strong, with a slightly raised internal rib ;
inner lip a little reflected on the columella; external surface
smooth, and of a yellowish horn colour. Length half an inch ;
diameter three-ecighths.
This is a very common shell, inhabiting most slow rivers,
streams, and stagnant waters.
Drapernaud, pl. 1, f. 20, figures a variety of this species
which is less, shorter, and more conical.
4. PaLuDINA VENTRICOSA, pl. XIV, f. 74, 75.—First Ed.,
pl. 41, f. 74, 75.
Paludina ventricosa, Leach, MSS.; Paludina acuta, Fleming,
Brit. An., p. 315; Paludina similis, Turton, Man., p. 135, f.
121; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 116; Turbo Leachit,
Sheppard, Linn. Trans. XIV, p. 152; Cyclostoma simile,
Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll., p. 31, pl. 4, f. 15? Bithinia ven-
tricosa, Gray, Med. Rep., 1821, p. 239.
Shell oblong-ovate, conic, smooth, semitransparent, of a yel-
lowish horn colour; body large, tumid; spire abruptly tapering,
and consisting of four much inflated volutions, deeply divided
by the suture, and terminating in a sharp apex; aperture nearly
orbicular, somewhat outwardly produced; outer lip sharp-edged ;
pillar lip slightly reflected on the columella, with a small, ob-
lique, subumbilicus behind; aperture protected by a testaceous
operculum. Length a quarter of an inch; breadth two lines.
In some specimens the body volution is slightly decussated,
the spiral stria being somewhat more obvious than the longi-
tudinal.
Found in ditches at Battersea, near the Thames; and other
places in the south of England.
GeENus 35.—AssiMINIA.—Leach.
Shell somewhat oval, light, solid, covered with a horny epi-
dermis; spire produced into an acute pyramid; volutions slightly
MOLLUSCA. 27
angulated in the centre, rounded beneath; aperture elliptical,
somewhat modified by the body volution; inner lip plain; colu-
mella imperforate; outer lip thin.
It is difficult to distinguish the shells of this genus from those
of Littorvina.
1. AssrmintA Grayana, pl. XVIII, f. 3, 4.
Assiminia Grayana, Leach, MSS.; Fleming, Brit. An., p.
275; Berkeley, Zool. Journ., V, p. 429, pl. 19, f. 4; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot. I, p. 116; Nerita syncera hepatica,
Gray, Med. Repos., 1821, p. 239; Paludina Grayana, Potiez,
Gal., I, p. 251, pl. 25, f. 23,24; Lymneus Grayanus, Jeffreys,
Linn. Trans., XVI, p. 378.
Shell ovate, smooth, shining, dark reddish horn-colour, or
ferruginous ; body large; spire small, consisting of three or
four abruptly tapering volutions, slightly divided by a nearly
transverse suture, and terminating in a somewhat acute apex ;
aperture ovate, slightly contracted at both extremities; outer
lip thin, even; inner lip smooth, a little reflected on the colu-
mella; provided with an ovate, horny, blackish-brown opercu-
lum. Length a quarter of an inch; breadth a little more than
half its length.
Inhabits the Thames and other rivers, and small streams con-
nected with them, seldom beyond the point where the water is
brackish.
GeENus 36.—VALvaTA.— Miller.
Shell discoid, or conoid, with rounded, close-set, or depressed
volutions; covered by an okve-coloured epidermis; aperture
circular, not modified by the body; peritreme acute, sharp-
edged, and continuous; provided with a horny, orbicular oper-
culum, consisting of numerous gradually increasing volutions,
having an acute membraneous margin, which forms a spiral
elevation on the external surface.
1. VALVATA PIscINALIs, pl. XIV, f. 62, 63.—First Ed., pl.
Al, f. 62, 63.
Valvata piscinalis, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p.
172; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 116; Kenyon, Mag.
Nat. Hist., III, p. 425, f. 6, c, d; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 286;
Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 20; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., VI, p. 17; Valvata depressa, Pfeiffer, Syst. p. 100, pl.
4, f. 33; Valvata obtusa, Turton, Man., p. 130, f. 114; Brard,
Coq. de Paris, p. 190, pl. 6, f. 17; Cyclostoma olttusum, Dra-
pernaud, p. 33, pl. 1, f. 14; Turbo fontinalis, Montagu, Test.
Brit., p. 348, pl. 22, f.4; Lymnea fontinalis, Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VII, p. 78; Turbo thermalis, Dillwyn, p. 852.
Shell thin, subpellucid, horn-coloured, smooth, with fine spiral
strie throughout, and a few obscure, concentric lines of growth :
length and breadth nearly equal; body very large, much inflated,
with a deep central umbilicus at its base; spire small, short,
consisting of four tumid, deeply defined volutions; aperture
orbicular ; peristome thin, the inner lip slightly attached to the
body yolution. Length little more than a quarter of an inch.
Common in riyers, canals, ponds, and lakes in Britain, and in
ditches in the Curraghs, Isle of Man.
Fig. 64, 65, pl. XIV, is a permanent variety, with the spire
more produced, and the volutions somewhat scalariform; found
at Clonoony, King’s County, Ireland.
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2. Vatvara cristata, pl. XIV, f. 66, 67.—First Ed., pl.
41, f. 66, 67.
Valvata cristata, Miller, Verm., p. 198; Fleming, Brit. An.,
p. 286; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., I, p. 116; Thompson,
Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 18; Valvata spirorbis, Dra-
pernaud, p. 41, pl. 1, f. 32, 33; ‘Turton, Man., p. 131, f. 115;
Brard, p. 187, pl. 6, f. 15, 16; Turbo cristatus, Maton and
Racket, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 169; Helix cristata, Montagu,
Test. Brit., p. 460, pl. 1, f. 7, 8.
Valvata minuta, of Drapernaud, pl. 1, f. 36, 37, 38, repre-
sents the young shell; Turton, Man., p. 132, f. 117.
Shell discoidal, consisting of four cylindrical yolutions, flat-
tened above, and umbilicate beneath; exposing nearly all the
inner yolutions, these are slightly striated transversely ; aperture
quite orbicular, attached to but not interrupted by the body
yolution; peristome as thick as the other parts of the shell, and
slightly oblique. Diameter one-tenth of an inch.
Found in canals and ditches in Britain, and is a very common
species in almost all parts of Ireland.
Famity VIII.—Lymnzaczka.
Shell spiral, generally with a smooth external surface; margin
of the outer lip always acute, and not reflected. Animals am-
phibious, usually destitute of an operculum.
Genus 37.—LyMN#s.—Lamarck.
Shell oblong, thin, sometimes elongated and acutely tur-
reted; spire always produced; aperture large, entire, oblong,
generally straitened, and somewhat acuminate above and round-
ed below; outer lip acute; the lower part of the inner lip
ascending on the pillar, forming an oblique plait or fold, and
rising, spreads more or less over the columella, or front of the
body volution; external surface smooth, frequently polished.
Destitute of an operculum.
1. Lymnxa stacnatis, pl. XV, f. 19 and 21.—First Ed.,
pl. 42, f. 19 and 21.
Lymneus stagnalis, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd,
p- 159; Drapernaud, p. 51, pl. 2, f. 38, 39; Pfeiffer, p. 86, pl.
4, f.19; Turton, Man., p. 121, f. 104; Alder, Mag. Zool. and
Bot. p. 114; Brard, p. 133, pl. 5, f 1; De Montfort, II, p.
268; Sowerby, Genera, f. 1; Rossmassler, I, p. 95, pl. 2, f. 49;
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 45; Stagnicola
vulgaris, Leach, Moll., p. 145; Lymneus major, Jeffreys, Linn.
Tr. XVI, p. 375; Linnea stagnalis, Fleming, Brit. An., p-
273; Helix stagnalis, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 367, pl. 16, f. 8;
Donovan, Brit. Sh., II, pl. 51, f. 2; Brown, Wernerian Mem.,
If, p. 530.
Shell very thin, brittle, oblong-oval, subulate, pellucid, and
horn-coloured; body large, longitudinally striated, generally
crossed by a few raised spiral ridges; spire acute, consisting of
five or six yolutions, tapering to a fine point, and separated by a
deep suture; aperture oval, a little narrower above than below,
and occupying more than half the length of the shell; outer lip
thin, but not reflected; pillar lip reflected on the columella, with
an oblique fold, behind which is a slight umbilicus.
F, 22, 23, pl. XV, is
a thin and less ventricose variety, to which Montagu gives the
This shell is subject to some variety.
specific name of fragiles, p. 369, pl. 16, f. 7.
MOLLUSCA.
( TRACHELIPoDa
Fig. 20 is the representation of a young shell.
The very fine specimen from which f. 22 and 23 were drawn,
I obtained in a small stream on a flat meadow near Clonooney
Barracks, King’s County, Ireland, where they were plentiful of
that size.
2. Lymna patustris, pl. XV, f. 17, 18.—First Ed., pl.
42, f. 17, 18.
Lymneus palustris, Vamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd,
p- 160; Drapernaud, p. 52, pl. 2, f. 40 and 42; Pfeiffer, p. 80,
pl. 4, f. 20; Turton, Man., p. 123, f. 107; Rossmassler, Icon.,
I, p. 96, f.51, 52; Brard, p. 136, pl. 5, f. 6,73 Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., II, p. 114; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., VI, p. 45; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 14; Lymneus com-
munis, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 276; Stagnicola communis,
Leach, Moll., p. 142; Limnea palustris, Fleming, Brit. An., p.
274; Helix palustris, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 373, pl. 16, f-
10; Donovan, Brit. Sh., pl. 175; Helix stagnalis, Pennant,
Brit. Zool., LV, p. 86, pl. 13, f. 13.
Shell oblong-ovate, subpellucid, brownish horn-coloured ;
body subcylindrical; spire consisting of four or five well defined,
slightly rounded yolutions, terminating in a sharp apex, slightly
wrinkled langitudinally, and sometimes traversed by distant,
slight, irregular transverse ridges, particularly on the body volu-
tion, producing a facetted appearance; aperture oval, occupying
nearly the half of the shell, inside frequently of a deep choco-
late, or purplish-brown; outer lip thin; inner lip a little reflected
on the columella, with a small umbilicus behind. Length gene-
rally about three-quarters of an inch; breadth three-eights. It
sometimes, however, occurs larger.
This species is subject to great variety, both in proportions
and colour. F. 4, 5, 7, 14, 15, 16, and 23, pl. XV, are varie-
ties; f. 26 is a variety of a deep blackish-brown, and is variety
b of Drapernaud, p. 52, pl. 2, f. 42; f. 11 is variety c of the
same author, pl. 2, f. 42; f. 6, 7 is a variety, with the apex
decollated, which is not uncommon, Maton and Racket, Linn.
Tr., VIIL pl. 5, f. 8; Mag. Nat. Hist., VII, p. 161, f. 32.
Found plentifully in ditches, marshes, lakes, and ponds.
8. Lymnza mINuTA, pl. XV, f. 12, 13.—First Ed., pl. 42,
f. 12, 13, and pl. XIV, f. 27.
Limneus minutus, Drapernaud, p. 53, pl. 3, f.5, 6; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 115; Brard, p. 138, pl. 5, f. 8, 9;
Limneus fossavius, Turton, Man., p. 124, f. 108; ZLimneus
minutus, Brard, p. 138, pl. 5, f. 8, 9; ZLimneus truncatulus,
Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 377; Thompson, Ann. and Mag.
Nat. Hist., VI, p. 32; Zymnea minuta, Lamarck, VI, pt. 2nd,
p- 162; Lymnea fossaria, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 274; Helix
fossaria, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 372, pl. 16, f. 9; Brown, Ency.
Brit.. VI, p. 401; {b., Wernerian Mem., II, p. 530; Turbo
rivulus, Walker, Test. Min. Rar., f. 57.
Shell oblong-ovate, pellucid, of a yellowish horn colour; spire
consisting of five or six rounded, and deeply defined volutions,
terminating in a sharp apex; aperture ovate, nearly half the
length of the shell; outer lip slightly reflected ; inner lip nar-
rowly folded on the columella. Length generally half an inch,
but frequently less.
This species is not uncommon in many parts of Britain and
Ireland. It frequents muddy drains or ditches, and is often to
be found in situations, out of water, existing merely by a little
moisture.
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4. LyMN#A ELonGaTA, pl. XV, f. 1, 2, 3, and 5—First
Ed., pl. 42, f. 1, 2, 3, and 5.
Lymneus elongatus, Drapernaud, p. 52, pl. 3, f. 3,4; Turton,
Man., p. 122, f. 106; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 115;
Lymnea leucostoma, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p.
162; Lymneus elongatus, Rossmassler, Icon., I, p. 101, pl. 2, f.
58; Limnea elongata, Sowerby, Genera, f.6; Limneus glaber,
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 32; Helix octan-
fracta, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 396 and 588, pl. 11, f. 85
Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 461; Helix octona, Pennant, Brit.
Zool., IV, p. 138, pl. 8, f. 139; Helix perigrina, Dillwyn, Des.
Cat., p. 954; Stagnicola octanfracta, Leach, Moll., p. 141.
Shell horn-coloured, smooth, pellucid, greatly elongated;
body not half the length of the shell; spire long, tapering, con-
sisting of seven or eight slender, gradually diminishing, some-
what cylindrical volutions, terminating in an acute apex, these
are very slightly wrinkled longitudinally, and the lower volutions
sometimes obscurely striated transversely; aperture oblong, not
a third the length of the spire; outer lip thin; inner lip white,
and slightly reflected on the columella.
This species is subject to variety, both in size and form, as
will be seen by a reference to our figures; in some the spire
terminates in a decollated apex. It also varies in the number
of its volutions.
Section II.—Subovate ; body ventricose ; aperture longer
than the spire.
5. Lymna auricuaria, pl. XV, f. 29, 30, 31, 32.—First
Ed., pl. 42, f. 29, 30, 31, 32.
Lymnea auricularia, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd,
p: 161; Lymneus auricularis, Brard, p. 140, pl. 5, f. 2; Tur-
ton, Man., p. 117, f. 100; Limneus auricularis, Pfeiffer, p. 85,
pl. 4, f. 17, 18; Limneus auricularis, Drapernaud, p. 49, pl. 2,
f. 28, 29, and 32; Rossmassler, Icon., I, p. 98, pl. 2, f. 55;
Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 372; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot.,
II, p. 115; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 29;
Helix auricularia, Linneus, Syst. Nat., p. 1250; Pennant, Brit.
Zool., IV, p. 138; Donovan, Brit. Sh., pl. 51, f. 1; Montagu,
Test. Brit., p. 375, pl. 16, f. 2, and p. 381, pl. 16, f.1; Helia
limosa, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 275; Brown, Wernerian Mem.,
II, p. 5313 Ib., Ency. Brit., VI, p.461; Radix awriculatus,
De Montfort, II, p. 207; Gulnaria auricularia, Leach, Moll.,
p- 148; Buccinum auricula, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 126.
Shell slightly ovate, thin, brittle, subpellucid, of a pale yel-
lowish horn colour; body very large, ventricose, and slightly
wrinkled longitudinally ; spire very short, consisting of three or
four well defined volutions, terminating in an acute apex; aper-
ture oblong-ovate, extremely wide, and large; outer lip greatly
extended, and somewhat reflected at the margin; pillar lip
smooth, broadly reflected on the columella, with a strong fold
towards its lower part, and forming a slight umbilicus behind.
Found in the riyer Avon, the Kennet, Berkshire; and in a
ditch at Clonooney, King’s County, Ireland.
6. LyMN#A PEREGRA, pl. XV, f. 8, 9, 10, 11, 36, 37, 38,
39, 40.—First Ed., pl. 42, f. 8, 9, 10, 11, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40.
Limnea peregra, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p.
161; Limneus pereger, Pfeiffer, p. 90, pl. 4, f. 23, 24; Lim-
neus pereger, Drapernaud, p. 50, pl. 2, f. 34 and 37; Turton,
Man., p. 118, f.101; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 374; Alder,
H
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Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 115; Thompson, Ann. and Mag.
Nat. Hist., VI, p. 30; Lymnea putris, Fleming, Edin. Eney.,
VII, p-77; Lymnea limosa, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 274; Helix
peregra, Gmelin, Linn. Syst. Nat., p. 3659; Montagu, Test.
Brit., p. 373, pl. 16, f. 33 Helix putris, Pennant, Brit. Zool.,
pl. 86, f. 137; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 530; Ib., Ency.
Brit., VI, p. 461; Helix limosa, Brown, Wernerian Mem., II,
p: 530; Buccinum peregrum, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 134; Gul-
naria peregera, Leach, Moll., p. 146.
Variety 1. Ovate, aperture more dilated, pl. XV, f. 8, 9,
10, 11.—Limnea ovata, First Ed. pl. 42, f. 8, 9, 10, 11.
Lyninea ovata, Lamarck, VI, I, p. 121; Kenyon, Mag.
Nat. Hist., II, p. 425, f. 2; Lymneus ovatus, Pfeiffer, p. 89,
pl. 4, f. 21; Limneus ovatus, Drapernaud, p. 50, pl. 2, f. 30,
31; Lymneus ovatus, Brard, p. 142, pl. 5, f. 4,5; Lymneus
ovatus, Rossmassler, Icon., I, p. 100, pl. 2, f. 56; Limnea lineata,
Bean, Mag. Nat. Hist., VII, p. 493, f. 62.
Variety 2. Outer lip expanded, and with an internal rib,
pl. XV, f. 37.
Helix auricularia, var., Maton and Racket, Linn. Tr., VIII,
p- 218, pl. 5, f. 8*; Lymnea marginata, Michaud, Compl., p.
88, pl. 16, f. 15, 16.
Variety 3. Shell small, stronger; spire but slightly pro-
duced ; the outer lip not attenuated, pl. XV, f. 50, 51, and pl.
XVIII, f. 17, 18.—First Ed., pl. 46, f. 50, 51.
Helix lutea, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 380, pl. 16, f.6; Maton
and Racket, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 222.
Variety 4. Spire acute, and tapering.
Lymneus acutus, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 373.
Variety 5. With the volutions reversed.
Limnea lineata, Bean, |. c.; Sturm, pl. 39.
Shell ovate, thin, subpellucid, yellowish horn-coloured, slightly
wrinkled longitudinally; body very tumid, and large; spire very
short, consisting of three or four rapidly decreasing volutions,
terminating in a sharp apex; aperture very large, oval, about
three-fourths the length of the shell; outer lip thin; inner lip
broadly reflected on the columella.
This species is subject to considerable variety, both in form
and size; and is plentifully diffused in almost all ditches, ponds,
and lakes.
We found variety 2, of the large size, figured in pl. XV, f.
10, 11, in ditches at Bury, Lancashire.
7. Lymn#a 1nvouuta, pl. XVIII, f. 5.
Limneus involutus, Harvey; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II,
p- 115; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p- 31.
Shell very thin, pellucid, shining, rendering the columella visi-
ble throughout its whole length; colour, pale amber; body very
large, enveloping the spire, and provided with coarse, longitudi-
nal strie ; spire very short, sunk, truncated at the apex, and
sometimes concave, consisting of three volutions, none of which
are visible in the profile of the shell; aperture very large, wide
at the base, and extending to the apex; margin reflected only
where it joins the pillar. J.ength five lines and a half; breadth
three lines and a half.
Its general aspect is not unlike Akera flexilis, in consequence
of the aperture extending to the apex, and the appearance of
the columella.
This interesting and new species was discovered by William
Henry Harvey, Esq., of Limerick, in a small alpine lake on the
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mountain of Cromaglaun, near the lakes of Killarney, Ireland.
In his cabinet, and those of William Thompson, Esq., Mr.
Hyndman, and Dr. Drummond of Belfast, and Robert Ball,
Esq., Dublin.
Genus 38.—AMmPHIPEPLEA.—Nilson.
Shell subovate, nearly globular, very thin, membranaceous,
and flexible; body extremely large ; spire very small, and sub-
acute; outer lip not continuous, slightly inflated above, and
acute at the base; pillar lip provided with a single plait, or
twist, and a little reflected on the base of the columella.
1. AMPHIPEPLEA GLUTINOSA, pl. XV, f. 27, 28.—First
Ed., pl. 42, f. 27, 28.
Amphipeplea glutinosa, Nilson, Moll. Sacc., p.58; Rossmass-
ler, Icon., I, p. 93, pl. 2, f.48; Limneus glutinosus, Drapernaud,
p- 50; Turton, Man., p. 120, f. 103; Michaud, pl. 10, f.13, 14;
Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., p. 1153 Fleming, Brit. An., p. 2755
Limneus glutinosus, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 371; Limnea
glutinosa, Sowerby, Genera, f. 5; Lymnea glutinosa, First Ed.,
pl. 42, f.27, 28; Helix glutinosa, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 379,
pl. 16, f.5; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VI, p. 81; Brown, Ency.
Brit. VI, p. 461; Myxas Mulleri, Leach, Moll., p. 149; Buc-
cinum glutinosum, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 129.
Shell suborbicular, very thin, diaphanous, shining, smooth, or
obsoletely wrinkled longitudinally, and of a pale yellowish horn
colour ; body extremely large, much inflated; spire very small,
consisting of three volutions, hardly rising above the body, well
defined by the suture, and terminating obtusely; aperture oval,
very large, extending nearly the whole length of the body; outer
lip excessively thin; destitute of an umbilicus on the pillar.
Found in ditches in England, Ireland, and Scotland.
2. AMPHIPEPLEA LACUSTRIS, pl. XV, f. 24, 25.—First Ed.,
pl. 42, f. 24, 25.
Gulnaria lacustris, Leach, Moll., p. 146?
Shell subovate, extremely thin, pellucid, and shining, of a pale
yellowish horn colour ; body very large, and inflated; spire ex-
cessively short, consisting of two small yolutions, which hardly
rise above the body, superior one blunt at the apex; aperture
suboval, a little narrowed above; outer lip thin, expansive, with
its base rounded; inner lip a little reflected on the columella,
with a slight subumbilicus behind it.
I found this species in Loch Leven, Kinrossshire, Scotland.
It differs from the preceding species, in being larger and
thicker, the spire having but two volutions, in the aperture
being not so large and expanded, and in the base of the lip
being more rounded.
In Lady Jardine’s cabinet.
Genus 39.—Puysa.—Drapernaud.
Shell sinistral, or with the volutions turning in a contrary
direction to the ordinary course, oval, or oblong, very thin, and
polished; spire usually prominent; aperture longitudinal, ovate,
or oblong, contracted above; outer lip very thin, and acute,
partly obtruding above the plane of the aperture; inner lip
reflected on the columella.
[ TRACHELIPODA
1. Puysa FONTINALIS, pl. XIV, f. 54, 55.—First Ed., pl.
41, f. 54, 55.
Physa fontinalis, Drapernaud, p. 54, pl. 3, f. 8, 9; Lamarck,
An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 156; Pfeiffer, p. 94, pl. 4, f. 28;
Brard, p. 167, pl. 7, f. 7, 8; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 276; Leach,
Moll., p. 150; Turton, Man., p. 127, f. 1103 Jeffreys, Linn.
Tr., XVI, p. 379; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., HU, p. 114;
Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 14; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., VI, p. 48; Bulla fontinalis, Montagu, Test. Brit., p.
226; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 516; Ib., Ency. Brit.,
VI, p. 433; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 85; Limnea fonti-
nalis, Sowerby, Genera, f. 8; Planorbis bulla, Miller, Verm.,
II, p. 167.
Variety 1, pl. XIV, f. 56, 57. Shell somewhat more inflated,
and of a very pale horn colour, approaching to white.
Physa alba, Turton, Zool. Journ., II, p. 363, pl. 13, f. 3;
Tb., Man., p. 128, f. 111.
Found in the river Towin, North Wales.
Variety 2, pl. XIV, f. 83, 84. Volutions more oblique ; body
less inflated ; base more acute ; and spire more obtuse.
Helix Bulleoides, Donovan, Brit. Sh., pl. 168, f.2; Bulla
Sflwiatiles, Turton, Conch. Dict., p. 27, the young shell.
It is plentiful in a stream at Clonooney, King’s County,
Treland.
Shell sinistral, oblong-oval, extremely thin, transparent, fragile,
and glossy, and of a greenish horn colour; body very large; spire
very short, consisting of three or four yolutions, the lower one a
little inflated, and terminating in a somewhat obtuse apex; aper-
ture oblong, occupying about three-fourths the length of the
shell, contracted, and pointed above, and rounded at the base.
Length about three-eighths of an inch; breadth not quite a
quarter.
Old shells are not unfrequently provided with a few longitudi-
nal and transverse wrinkles.
This species is pretty generally diffused throughout Great
Britain and Ireland, in rivers, streams, and stagnant pools, adher-
ing to the under surface of aquatic plants.
2. Puysa acura, pl. XIV, f. 58, 59—First Ed., pl. 41, f.
58, 59.
Physa acuta, J. Sowerby, MSS.; Bulla fontinalis, Maton
and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, pl. 4, f. 1.
Shell oblong-ovate, very thin, brittle, and transparent; body
very large; spire very short, consisting of four volutions, and
terminating in an acute apex; aperture oblong-ovate, somewhat
oblique, and lengthened beyond the body volution. Length
nearly half an inch ; breadth a quarter.
Found in Anglesea, Wales, and first identified as British by
J. Sowerby, Esq., who bred it in a water-butt, and describes the
animal as differing materially from P. fontinalis.
3. Puysa nypNorvm, pl. XIV, f. 60, 61.—First Ed., pl.
41, f. 60, 61.
Physa hypnorum, Drapernaud, p. 55, pl. 3; f. 12; 135
Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 157; Pfeiffer, p. 97,
pl. 4, f. 29; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 114; Turton,
Man., p. 129, f. 113; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist.,
VI, p. 34; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVII, p. 381; Bulla hypno-
rum, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 228; Brown, Wernerian Mem.,
II, p- 517; Ib., Ency. Brit., VI, p. 4335 Maton and Rackett,
Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 127, pl. 4, f.3; Fleming, Edin. Eney., VII,
ae
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p- 85; Amplexa hypnorum, Fleming, Brit. An., p- 276; Lim-
nea turrita, Sowerby, Genera, f. 10; Nauta hypnorwn, Leach,
Moll., p. 152; Planorbis turritus, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 169.
Shell sinistral, elongated, subcylindrical, very smooth, glossy,
and transparent, of a dark greenish horn colour; body about
half the length of the shell; spire consisting of four or five well
divided, and taper volutions, terminating in an acute apex; aper-
ture ovate, narrow, contracted above, and rounded beneath ;
pillar somewhat sinuated.
Found in ditches, stagnant pools, and lakes in many places of
Great Britain and Ireland.
Genus 40.—P.Lanorsis.—Miiller.
Shell discoidal, umbilicate; spire depressed; apex always dis-
tinct; volutions heterostrophe, or revolving from right to left,
convolving always on the same plane, and apparent on both
sides; aperture oblong, lunate, or subquadrate, its breadth being
nearly equal to its length, and sometimes greater; outer lip
thickened, expanded, and its under part always extended for-
wards; umbilicus very wide; destitute of an operculum.
Section I.—Volutions devoid of a carina, rounded on both
sides ; spire slightly concave.
1. PLANoRBIS coRNEUS, pl. XIV, f.31, 32, 33.—First Ed.,
pl. 41, f. 31, 32, 33.
Planorbis corneus, Drapernaud, p. 43, pl. 1, f. 42, 43, 44;
Pfeiffer, p. 77, pl. 4, f. 3, 4; Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt.
2nd, p. 152; Brard, p. 147, pl. 6, f. 1, 2; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr.,
XVI, p. 383; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 277; Ib., Edin. Ency.,
VII, p.69; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 112; Thompson,
Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 34; Sowerby, Genera, f. 1;
Turton, Man., p. 112, f.95; Rossmassler, Icon., II, p. 14, pl.
7, f. 113; Planorbis purpureus, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 154;
Planorbis similis, p. 166, young shell; Helia cornea, Donovan,
Brit. Sh., II, pl. 39, f. 1; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 448; Brown,
Wernerian Mem., p. 524; Ib., Ency. Brit. VI, p. 458; Helix
nana, Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 133, pl. 83, f. 125, the young
shell; p. 134, f. 126, the adult.
Shell dextral, depressed; spire consisting of four rapidly dimi-
nishing volutions, deeply divided by the suture, sunk below the
level of the outer, or body volution, and coiled upon its apex,
which gradually sinks, and forms a concavity, or umbilicus ;
under surface nearly flat, and exposing the whole volutions of
the spire; entire body rounded on the sides; the shell trans-
versely striated, and sometimes with some wrinkles, across the
volutions; aperture nearly equilateral, sublunated, and oblique;
outer lip thin; inner lip reflected on the columella, forming a
continuous line with the peristome; colour, rufous or chestnut
above, pale yellowish-brown or bluish-grey beneath. Diameter
generally an inch, but often to be met with an inch and a
quarter.
In the young condition, the yolutions are provided with fine
spiral striae.
Found in slow riyerg and stagnant ditches in England and
Treland.
2. PLANoRBis ALBus, pl. XIV, f. 52, 53.—First Ed., pl. 41,
£262.53.
Planorbis albus, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 164; Pfeiffer, p. 80,
MOLLUSCA. 31
pl. 4, f. 9, 10; Leach, Moll., p. 156; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI,
p- 387; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 69; Ib., Brit. An.,_p.
278; Turton, Man., p. 114, f.97; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot.,
IJ, p. 113; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 13; Thompson, Ann. and
Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 48; Planorbis hispidus, Drapernaud,
p. 43, pl. 1, £.45, 46, 47, 48; Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt.
2nd, p. 154; Brard, p. 159, pl. 6, f. 6, 7; Helix alba, Montagu,
Test. Brit., p. 459, pl. 25, f.7; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p.
524; Ib., Ency. Brit., VI, p. 458.
Variety 1. Shell smooth, shining, and white.
Planorbis glaber, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 337.
Shell dextral, thin, pale yellowish-white, subpellucid, depres-
sed; body yolution very large, rounded on the sides; spire
consisting of four rapidly decreasing volutions, which are equally
conyex both above and below; the apex of the spire somewhat
sunk, forming a subumbilicus, and the under surface more
concave; whole external surface covered with fine, elevated,
close-set, transverse, and spiral strie, producing a reticulated
appearance, which are provided with dicidous bristles; aperture
very large, sublunate, somewhat higher than wide, clasping the
body volution; outer lip thin, a little oblique; pillar lip white
internally, spread on the columella, and continuous with the
margin of the outer lip. When recent it is covered with a fine
pilous epidermis.
Found principally in stagnant waters, ponds, and ditches, and
by no means a plentiful species.
3. PLanorsis L&vis, pl. XVIII, f. 7, 8, 9.
Planorbis levis, Alder, Catalogue, Sup. Trans. Newcastle
Nat. Hist. Soc., II, p. 337; Ib., Mag. Zool. and Bot., II,
p- 113.
Shell smooth, semitransparent; volutions equally convex both
above and below; body volution rounded on the sides, large ;
spire consisting of two or three small, compact, rounded yolu-
tions; whole shell with nearly obsolete lines of growth, and
of a brownish horn colour; aperture sublunated, or nearly
circular.
Discovered by Joshua Alder, Esq., Newcastle, in a pond on
Holy Island, and has also been met with by him and the Rev.
W. Mark, at Whitby, Northumberland; and has been found at
Belfast by William Thompson, Esq.
4. PLANorBis imBRicatus, pl. XIV, f. 46, 47, and pl.
XVIII, f. 11—First Ed., pl. 41, f. 46, 47.
Planorbis imbricatus, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 165; Draper-
naud, p. 44, pl. 1, f.49, 50, 51; Pfeiffer, p. 84, pl. 3, f. 15;
Brard, p. 163, pl. 6, f. 10, 11; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p-
388; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot. II, p. 114; Turton, Man.,
p- 11, f.. 95; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 13; Thompson, Ann. and
Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 49; Planorbis nautileus, Fleming,
Edin. Ency., VII, p. 69; Ib., Brit. An. p. 278; Turbo nau-
tileus, Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 457; Ib., Wernerian Mem.,
II, p. 522; Helia nautileus, Walker, f. 20, 21; Montagu, Test.
Brit., p. 464, pl. 25, f. 5.
Variety 1, pl. XVIII, f.10. Shell considerably smaller, with
the imbricated lamine more distant.
Planorbis cristatus, Drapernaud, p. 44, pl. 2, f. 1,82, 3;
Pfeiffer, p. 84; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., p. 114.
Variety 2. With the lamine quite obsolete.
Shell considerably depressed, pellucid, of a greenish or black-
ish horn colour; sides of the body rounded; spire consisting of
32 MOLLUSCA.
two or three volutions, well divided by the suture line; some-
what largely umbilicate above and below; body volution pro-
vided with transverse spinous ribs, forming a regular crest round
the centre of the sides; aperture slightly ovate; outer lip con-
tinuous all round. Diameter the tenth of an inch.
Not unfrequent in ponds and ditches, adhering to aquatic
plants.
Section II.—Volutions carinated.
5. PLanorpis CARINATUS, pl. XIV, f. 35, 36, 37—First
Ed., pl. 41, f. 35, 36, 37.
Planorbis carinatus, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 157; Drapernaud,
p. 46, pl. 21, f. 13, 14, and 16; Pfeiffer, p. 76, pl. 4, f. 5, 6;
Brard, p. 150, pl. 6, f. 3; Turton, Man., p. 106, f. 87; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., I, p. 113; Thompson, Ann. and Mag.
Nat. Hist., VI, p. 35; Helia complanata, Montagu, Test. Brit.,
Sup., p- 146, pl. 25, f.4; Helia planata, Maton and Rackett,
Linn. Tr. VIII, p. 189, pl. 5, f. 14; Helix planorbis, Linné,
Syst. Nat., I, p. 1242.
Variety 1. Planorbis disciformis, Jeffreys, Linn. Ars OVAL,
p- 521; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot. I, p. 113; Planorbis
lutescens, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 385; Planorbis planatus,
Turton, Man., p. 110, f.92; Helix carinata, Montagu, Test.
Brit., p. 451, pl. 25, f. 1.
Shell pale horn-coloured, subpellucid ; with six rapidly in-
creasing volutions, with a prominent obtuse keel on their outer
edges, almost flat above, somewhat convex, and gradually bevil-
ling off towards the outer edge beneath, the outer volution
suddenly increasing in size, and the hinder parts of each volu-
tion rather convex; aperture obliquely angular, contracted to a
point beneath; provided with a slight central umbilicus. Dia-
meter about half an inch.
This shell may be distinguished from the Planorbis margi-
natus by the under side of the volutions being less inflated, and
by their gradually bevilling off to the outer edge. In old shells
the volutions become more inflated. This species is frequently
covered with a thick brownish coating. It is also liable to mon-
strosities. Sheppard, in the Linnean Transactions, vol. XIV.,
page 157, describes one with the volutions apart, similar to the
Scalaria preciosa.
Found in stagnant waters in many parts of Great Britain and
Treland.
6. PLANoRBiIs MARGINATUS, pl. XIV, f. 49, 40, 41.—First
Fad, pl. 41, f. 39, 40, 41.
Planorbis marginatus, Drapernaud, p. 45, pl. 2, f. 11, 12,
and 15; Brard, p. 152, pl. 6, f. 5; Rossmassler, Icon., I, pl. 2,
f. 59; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., I, p. 112; Turton, Man.,
p- 107, f. 87; Planorbis complanatus, Turton, Man., p. 108, f.
88; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 278; Helix planorbis, Pennant,
Brit. Zool., II, pl. 83, f. 123; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr.,
VIII, p. 188, pl. 5, f.13; Helix complanata, Montagu, Test.
Brit., p. 450, pl. 25, f.4; Planorbis umbilicatus, Miller, Verm.,
II, p- 160; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 384.
It is subject to the following varieties.
Variety 1. Sides unequal, fragile, and glossy.
Planorbis turgidus, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 383.
Variety 2. Planorbis rhombeus, Turton, Man., p. 108, f.
90; Planorbis Sheppardi, Leach, Moll., p. 149; Planorbis
[TRACHELIPODA
Drapernaldi, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 306; Helix Dra-
pernaldi, Sheppard, Linn. Trans., XIV, p. 158.
Variety 3. Destitute of a keel. ;
Shell of a brownish horn-colour, semitransparent, slightly
striated transversely, flat, or somewhat concave above, subum-
bilicated below; with five or six rapidly increasing, flat volu-
tions, with a strong carina above, and ventricose and rounded to
the margins beneath; aperture rhombic, with the front rounded.
Three-quarters of an inch in diameter.
Found in stagnant waters.
This is to be distinguished from P. carinatus by its being
thicker, and the volutions more rounded, and more convex
beneath on the margins; in its more rounded aperture; and in
the keel being less prominent.
The young shell is more rhomboidal, with the edges consi-
derably thicker in proportion to its size, and is described and
figured by Turton as a distinct species, under the name of Pla-
norbis rhombeus.
A remarkable monstrosity of this species was found by Mr.
~ Thomas Stephens, in the pond of the College Botanic Garden
of Dublin; and is in the cabinet of my respected friend M. J.
O’Kelly, Esq., of Rochestown House, near Cabinteely, Ireland.
Plate XIV, f. 38.
I figured and described this monstrosity in the Wernerian
Memoirs, vol. II, p. 528, pl. 24, f. 10, under the name of Helix
cochlea. It is thus described :—
“Shell of a dark horn-colour, with seven tapering, rounded
volutions; the three next the apex are twisted like a cork-
screw, and terminate in a sharp point; the five lower volutions
slope gradually to a carinated ridge, which commences in the
centre of the outer margin of the lip, and loses itself in the fifth
volution, giving the volutions the appearance of being flat at
bottom; volutions slightly wrinkled obliquely across; aperture
somewhat angulated, oval, and a little compressed; lip very thin,
and reflected on the columella at the base, where it is provided
with a deep and wide umbilicus.”
Turton described and copied my shell, in his Conch. Dict.,
under the name of Helix terebra; and in his Manuel, published
in 1831, followed me, in the first edition of this work, in con-
necting it with Planorbis marginatus.
7. PLANORBIS voRTEX, pl. XIV, f. 44, 45.—First Ed., pl.
41, f. 42, 43.
Planorbis vortex, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 158, var. a; Draper-
naud, p. 44, pl. 2, f. 4,5; Brard, p. 154, pl. 6, f.9; Lamarck,
An. San. Vert., VI, p. 154; Pfeiffer, p. 79, pl. 4, f. 7; Ross-
massler, p. 104, pl. 2, f. 61; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 3825
Turton, Man., p. 109, f. 91; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p.
113; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 13; Thompson, Ann. and Mag.
Nat. Hist., VI, p. 50; Planorbis compressus, Michaud, Compl.,
p- 81, pl. 16, f. 6 and 8; Helix vortex, Linné, Syst. Nat., I, p.
1242; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 454, pl. 25, f. 3; Brown, Wer-
nerian Mem., II, p. 524; Ib., Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 458 ;
Donovan, Brit. Sh., pl. 39, f. 1; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 278.
Monstrosity. The aperture provided with a thickened inter-
nal rib, Michaud, Compl., p. 80, pl. 16, f. 3, 4, 5; Rossmassler,
Icon., I, p. 105, f. 62. :
Shell brownish horn-colour, transparent, yery thin, flattened
above, and a little concave below; with six or seven gradually
increasing, obliquely and transversely striated yolutions, convex
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before and flattened behind, and furnished with a sharp carina ;
aperture subtriangular, rhomboidal, white and thickened inter-
nally, and slightly compressed. Diameter about three-eighths
of an inch.
Found in ditches and other stagnant waters in Great Britain
and Ireland.
8. PLANoRBIS sPIRORBIS, pl. XIV, f. 42, 43.—First Ed.,
pl. 41, f. 44, 45.
Planorbis spirorbis, Miller, Verm., II, p. 161; Brard, p.
156; Sturm, Fauna, pl.45; Turton, Man., p. 115, f. 98; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 113; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 13;
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat Hist., VI, p. 50; Planorbis
vortex, Drapernaud, Moll., p. 45, pl. 2, f. 6, 7; Jeffreys, Linn.
Tr., XVI, p. 382; Pfeiffer, p. 79, pl. 4, f.8; Helix spirorbis,
Montagu, Test. Brit., Sup., p. 455, pl. 25, f. 2; Maton and
Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 191; Brown, Wernerian Mem.,
II, p. 524; Ib., Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 458; Turton, Brit.
Fauna, p. 187.
Shell thin, semitransparent, brownish horn-colour, slightly
and equally concave both above and below; with six gradually
increasing, rounded, nearly equal volutions, placed quite lateral
upon each other, the exterior one nearly round, provided with
a flattened carina; the whole shell covered with very fine trans-
versely oblique striz ; aperture subrotund, and rounded below.
Diameter about a quarter of an inch.
Found in ditches and stagnant waters.
This species seldom exceeds a quarter of an inch in diame-
ter, and may be distinguished from the P. vortex by its being
equally concave above and below, and in the keel on the mar-
gin of the outer volution being much less prominent, and,
indeed, in some specimens it is nearly obsolete; when it is so,
the aperture is not at all angulated. It is, besides, not so thin
and depressed as the vortez, in proportion to its size.
Section III.—Shell shining, translucent ; spire deeply um-
bilicate ; volutions provided with a slight carina.
9. Panorsis nitiDUus, pl. XIV, f. 48, 49.—First Ed., pl.
41, f. 48, 49.
Planorbis nitidus, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 263; Pfeiffer, p. 82,
pl. 4, f. 12, 13; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 278; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr.,
XVI, p. 389; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 114; Thomp-
son, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 51; Planorbis lenticula-
ris, Sturm, Fauna, VI, pl. 8, f. 16; Planorbis fontanus, Turton,
Man., p. 110, f.93; Planorbis complanatus, Drapernaud, Moll.,
p- 47, pl. 2, £. 20, 21, 22; Rossmassler, Icon., II, p. 16, pl. 7, f.
116; Brard, p. 161, pl. 6, f.4; Helix fontana, Lightfoot, Phil.
Trans., LXXVI, pl. 2, f. 1; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 462, pl. 6,
f. 6; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 192; Brown,
Wernerian Mem., II, p. 524; Helix lenticularis, V. Alten., p.
35, pl. 2, f. 4.
Shell pellucid, glossy, nearly destitute of wrinkles, reddish or
greyish horn-coloured; lenticular, greatly flattened, almost
equally convex on both sides, and a little depressed in the
centre; with four volutions, the outer one subcarinate near the
middle, produced by the gradual outward slope of the shell,
both above and below; a small central umbilicus on the under
side; the internal angles of the ribs clasp the body nearly
equally on both sides, embracing nearly half the diameter of
the first volution; margin very thin, and considerably oblique ;
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MOLLUSCA. 33
aperture contracted, and almost brought to an angle externally.
Diameter not a quarter of an inch.
Inhabits stagnant waters, usually adhering to aquatic plants.
This shell may be easily confounded with the Segmentina
lineata, but is more compressed, and not so convex above, and
is destitute of the lines which mark the segments of that shell.
Section IV.—Destitute of a carina ; volutions rounded both
before and behind, and deeply umbilicated.
10. Pxanorpis conTrortus, pl. XIV, f. 33, 34.—First
Ed., pl. 41, f. 33, 34.
Planorbis contrortus, Miiller, Verm., I, p. 162; Draper-
naud, Moll., p. 42, pl. 1, f. 39, 40, 41; Sturm, Fauna, pl. 3, f.
4; Pfeiffer, p. 81, pl. 4, f. 11; Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI,
pt- 2nd, p. 154; Jeffreys, Linn. ‘Tr., XVI, p. 383; Fleming,
Brit. An., p.277; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 13; Rossmassler, Icon.,
II, p. 16, pl. 7, f. 117; Turton, Man., p. 113, f. 96; Brard, p-
157, pl. 6, f. 12, 13, 14; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p.
114; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 51; Helic
contorta, Linné, Syst. Nat., I, p. 1244; Montagu, Test. Brit.,
p- 457, pl. 25, f. 6; Donovan, Brit. Sh., IL, pl. 99; Brown,
Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 458; Ib., Wernerian Mem., II, p.
524; Heli wmbilicata, Pulteney, Cat. Dorset, p. 47, pl. 20, f.
11; Helix crasius, Da Costa, Brit. Sh., p. 66, pl. 4, f. 11.
Shell thick, depressed, of a brown horn-colour, sometimes
rufous or chestnut; with five or six greatly compressed, equal
sized, compact, close-set volutions, the outer one rounded, the
others on the wider side rise nearly to an edge, and are divided
by a deep suture, having a subumbilicus in the centre; upper
side largely and deeply umbilicated, exhibiting every yolution,
spirally descending to the bottom; aperture crescent-shaped,
compressed, and clasping the body volution. Diameter a quar-
ter of an inch; and somewhat more than a tenth of an inch in
thickness.
Common in ditches and stagnant pools.
Genus 41.—SEGMENTINA.—Fleming.
Shell divided internally by transverse septa into several
chambers, which communicate into each other by triradiated
apertures.
1. SEGMENTINA LINEATA, pl. XIV, f. 50, 51.—First Ed.,
pl. 41, f. 50, 51.
Segmentina lineata, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 279; Ib. Ency.
Brit., pl. 367, f. 8; Planorbis nitidus, Miiller, II, p. 163; Dra-
pernaud, Moll., p. 46, pl. 2, f. 17, 18, 19; Rossmassler, Icon.,
II, p. 15, pl. 7, f. 114, 115; Turton, Man., p. 116, f. 91; Pla-
norbis nautileus, Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 69; Kickx,
Moll. Barb., p. 66; Planorbis lineatus, Alder, Mag. Zool. and
Bot., I, p. 114; Nautilus lacustris, Lightfoot, Phil. Trans.,
XXVI, pl. 1, figs. 1 to 7; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 191, pl. 6, f.
3; Hemithalamus lacustris, Leach, Moll., p. 137; Helix lineata,
Walker, Test. Min. Rar., pl. 1, f. 28.
Shell compressed, subcarinated, extremely pellucid, smooth
and shining, horn-coloured, sometimes reddish-brown; upper
surface conyex; apex depressed, concave, and deeply umbili-
cate; with four volutions, the apical one lost in the depression,
the outer one very large, these are bordered on their outer
edge with a whitish spiral band, which terminates in the centre
34
at the junction of the volutions; outer volution exhibiting three
white curved, remote, equidistant lines, radiating from the um-
bilicus; these are the internal septa which divide the chambers;
under side nearly flat, and umbilicated; aperture oval, and
somewhat triangular; outer lip interrupted. Diameter not a
quarter of an inch.
Found in stagnant water, adhering to aquatic plants.
This shell may be easily confounded with the Planorbis
nitidus, but if inspected through a lens the concamerations will
be at once perceived.
Famity IX.—Co.imackEa.
Spiral; destitute of any exterior projections, except the
additions of growth; outer lip frequently reflected; terrestrial
or amphibious; tentacles of the animal cylindrical, with or
without an operculum. ,
Section I.—.Animals with two tentacles.
Genus 42.—CycLostoma.—Lamarck.
Shell turbinated, variable in shape, thin; the apex in most
species obtuse, and the volutions ventricose; aperture entire,
circular, or nearly so in the adult state; outer lip more or less
angular at the upper part, sometimes thickened, usually reflected
and united all round, and frequently externally fringed; oper-
culum spiral, horny, but inclining to testaceous in some species,
consisting of a few depressed conyolutions, provided with a sim-
ple testaceous internal coating.
1. CycLosToMA ELEGANS, pl. XIV, f. 28.—First Ed., pl.
41, f. 28.
Cyclostoma elegans, Drapernaud, p. 32, pl. 1, f. 5 and 8;
Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 148; Pfeiffer, p. 74,
pl. 4, f. 30, 31; Turton, Man., p. 93, f.75; Fleming, Brit. An.,
p- 257; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 112; Brard, p. 103,
pl. 3, f.7, 8; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 63; Thompson, Ann.
and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 51; Cyclostomus elegans, De
Montfort, II, p. 287; Turbo elegans, Montagu, Test. Brit., p.
342, pl. 22, f..7; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 167;
Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 522; Ib., Ency. Brit., VI, p.
456; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 74, pl. 203, f.10; Turbo
tumidus, Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 128, pl. 82, f.110; Turbo
striatus, Da Costa, p. 86, pl. 5, f. 9; Donovan, Brit. Sh., II, pl.
59; Nerita elegans, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 177.
Shell tapering, oblong-ovate ; body large, tumid; spire con-
sisting of four ventricose volutions, and ending in an obtuse
apex; whole external surface provided with numerous, close-set,
raised, spiral stria, crossed by finer longitudinal striz, producing
a reticulated appearance; aperture round, with a slight angular
contraction above; outer lip thin, smooth on the edge, and con-
tinuous; inner lip slightly reflected on the columella, with a
subumbilicus behind; colour usually cinereous, with a purplish
tinge, and reddish-purple at the apex; frequently fasciated with
two rows of purplish-brown spots, or interrupted bands, or in
some instances longitudinally streaked with a similar colour ;
operculum horny externally, and testaceous on its inner surface,
with a single depressed spiral line, and a series of fine strie
radiating from it towards the circumference. Length five-
eighths of an inch; breadth three-eighths.
MOLLUSCA.
[ TRacHELIpopa
Found in the Limestone districts of England and Wales;
and Portrush, Ireland.
2. CycLosToMA MARMOREA, pl. XVIII, f. 15.
Cyclostoma marmorea, Brown, Edin. Jour. Nat. and Geo.
Science, I, p. 12, pl. 1, f. 10, 11.
Shell oblong-ovate; body large, inflated; spire small, con-
sisting of four deeply divided volutions, abruptly tapering to
an obtuse apex; aperture quite orbicular; outer lip united all
round; pillar lip slightly reflected on the columella, behind
which is a deep umbilicus; whole surface smooth, glossy, of a
pale ash colour, covered with zig-zag markings of a reddish
chestnut-brown, which form four spiral fascie on the lower
volution, and gradually become obsolete on the superior por-
tion of the spire.
I noticed this elegant shell in the cabinet of my friend James
Gerard, Esq., Edinburgh, associated with some British speci-
mens of Cyclostoma elegans, to which it is closely allied in
form, but may at once be distinguished from that shell in being
totally devoid of strize, which in the elegans are very strong and
conspicuous.
Genus 43.—Carycuium.—Miller.
Shell oblong or cylindrical, with gradually increasing volu-
tions, few in number; aperture straight, short, with folds on
the columella.
1. CaRYCHIUM MINIMUM, pl. XIV, f. 10, and pl. XVIII, f-
15.—First Ed., pl. 41, f. 10.
Carychium minimum, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 125; Pfeiffer, I,
p: 72, pl. 3, f 45, 46; Leach, Moll., p. 133; Jeffreys, Linn.
Tr., XVI, p. 365; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 270; Forbes, Mal.
Mon., p. 12; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 114; Thomp-
son, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 42; Odostomo carychium,
Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 763; Auricella carychium, Hart-
man, p. 49; Awricula minima, Drapernaud, Moll. p. 57, pl. 3,
f. 18,19; Turbo carychium, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 339, pl.
22, f. 2; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 184; Brown,
Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 457.
Shell conic, glossy, pellucid, white; body and spire of about
equal length; the latter consisting of four very gradually taper-
ing, minutely striated volutions, well defined by the suture,
terminating in a somewhat obtuse apex; aperture semioval, or
auriform, rounded both above and below; columella provided
with two tooth-like folds, and sometimes a small rudimentary
one above the others; outer lip with a thickened margin, and
in its centre a tooth-like knob. Length hardly a line; breadth
one-third its length.
This is the most minute of all the land shells, and is found
pretty generally diffused at the roots of grass, or on mossy
banks, in woods, and other moist situations.
Genus 44,—AcmE.—Hartmann.
Shell subcylindrical, terminating in a blunted apex; aperture
ovate, simple ; outer lip simple, thin, slightly reflected over the
columella, forming a subumbilicus.
1. Acme Fusca, pl. XIV, f. 25.—First Ed., pl. 41, f. 25.
Acme lineata, Hartmann, Sturm, Faun., pl. 1, f. 4; Acme
fusca, Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist. VI, p. 435 Turbo
=
InvoLure. |
fuscus, Walker, Test. Min. Rar., p. 112, pl. 2, f. 42; Montagu,
Test. Brit., p. 330; Wood, Sup., pl. 6, f. 15; Carychium coch-
lea, Studer, Catal., p. 21; Carychium fuscum, Fleming, Brit.
An., p. 270; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 364; Carychium
lineatum, Férussac, Tab. Syst., p. 100; Rossmassler, V, p. 54,
pl. 28, f.408; Cyclostoma lineatum, Feérussac, Dict. Class. Hist.
Nat., II, p. 90; Auricula lineata, Drapernaud, Hist., p. 57, pl.
3, f. 20, 21; Balimus lineatus, Turton, Man., p. 82, f. 66; Ib.,
Zool. Journ., II, p. 565.
Shell cylindrical, of a brown colour, and extremely glossy ;
body somewhat shorter than the spire; which consists of five
nearly flat volutions, decreasing but little in diameter, except
the two upper ones, which are a little less, somewhat paler, and
terminating in a blunted apex; volutions divided by a well
marked suture, and covered with remote, regular, longitudinal
strie, which are invisible without the aid of a strong lens; aper-
ture suboyate; pillar lip slightly reflected on the columella, with
a small subumbilicus behind; outer lip thin, and even. Length
about the tenth of an inch; diameter nearly a sixth.
Found in damp situations amongst moss and jungermanniz.
2. AcME MINUTA, pl. XIV, f. 26.—First Ed., pl. 41, f. 26.
Shell cylindrical, smooth, shining, and of a greenish-brown
colour; spire consisting of four slightly raised volutions, sepa-
rated by a well marked suture, and terminating in an obtuse
apex}; aperture subovate; pillar lip slightly reflected on the
columella; outer lip thin, and even on the edges. Length
about the tenth of an inch; diameter not a sixth.
I found this minute species at Douglas Castle, Lanarkshire,
amongst jungermannie, in the low meadow land below the old
tower.
This species may be distinguished from the A. fusca by
being longer in proportion to its breadth, in the volutions being
more inflated, and in being entirely destitute of spiral striz.
Section II—Animals with four tentacula.
Genus 45—SuccinEa.—Drapernaud.
Shell subovate, or ovately conical, mostly elongated; spire
short; aperture longitudinal, oblique, large, entire, and usually
about two-thirds the length of the shell; margin of the outer
lip thin, sharp, and not reflected, united to the columellar lip
below; columella smooth, sharp-edged, narrow, and attenuated ;
inner lip spread over a small portion of the body yolution.
The shells of this genus are distinguished from the Lymnea,
by being destitute of the oblique fold on the columella.
1. SvccinEA AmpuHIBIA, pl. XIV, f. 41, 42.—First Ed., pl.
42, f. 41, 42.
Succinea amphibia, Drapernaud, Hist. Moll., p. 58, pl. 3, f.
22, 23; Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, p. 135; Pfeiffer, p. 67,
pl. 3, f. 36 and 38; Sowerby, Genera, f. 3; Brard, p. 72, pl. 3,
f.1; Turton, Man., p. 91, f. 73; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot.,
II, p. 106; Suceinea putris, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 267; Jef-
freys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 325 and 505; Thompson, Ann. and
Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 35; Succinea Miilleri, Leach, Moll.,
p- 78; Helix putris, Linné, Syst. Nat., I, p. 1249; Donovan,
Brit. Sh., pl. 168, f. 1; Helix succinea, Miiller, Verm., II, p.
97; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 530; Maton and Rackett,
Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 218; ZLymnea succinea, Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VII, p. 77; Helix limosa, Dillwyn, Des. Cat., p. 965.
MOLLUSCA. 35
Shell oblong-ovate, smooth, extremely thin and pellucid, and
glabrous, of a greenish or yellowish-amber colour; body very
large; spire very small, nearly perpendicular to the base, or
slightly oblique, consisting of three rapidly diminishing volu-
tions, terminating in an acute apex; aperture very large,
occupying about three-fourths the shell, narrowed above, and
rounded beneath; outer lip plain, sharp, and very thin. The
columella is visible through its entire length.
2. SuccinEA GRACILIs, pl. XIV, f. 34, 35.—First Ed., pl.
42, f. 34, 35.
Succinea gracilis, Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., I, p. 106;
Succinea oblonga, Leach, Moll., MSS.; Turton, Man., p. 92, f.
74; Alder, Cat. 6, No. 20; Succinea Pfeifferi, Rossmassler,
Icon., pl. 92, f. 46; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI,
p: 35; Succinea amphibia, var. b, Pfeiffer, p. 67, pl. 3, f. 37,
var. 8; Nilson, p. 41, y and 6; Drapernaud, Moll., f. 23; Sue-
cinea putris, var. a, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 325 and 505;
Helix putris, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 376, pl. 16, f. 4.
Shell oblong-ovate, slender, pellucid, shining, and_of a bright
amber colour; body very large; spire very small, consisting
of three rapidly diminishing volutions, with an acute apex;
aperture very large, oblong-ovate, contracted above, wide and
rounded below, and placed yery oblique; outer lip thin, and
sharp at the edge.
Variety 1, pl. XVIII, f. 22, 23. This elegant variety of the
species was found at Beaumaris, Anglesea, North Wales, by
my friend Thomas Glover, Esq., of Smedley Hill, Manchester.
It is much thicker in proportion to its size, and of a deep flesh
colour; the spire is also more inflated than the ordinary spe-
cimens.
This shell seldom attains the same size as the S. amphibia,
and may readily be distinguished by its yery oblique aperture,
and in being more elongated. It inhabits the banks of ponds,
rivers, and streams.
3. SuccinEa OBLONGA, pl. XVIII, f. 21.
Succinea oblonga, Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll., p. 59, pl. 3,
f. 24, 25; Pfeiffer, p. 68, pl. 3, f. 39; Jeffreys, Linn. ‘Ir., XVI,
p- 325 and 505; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 106; John-
ston, Proceedings Berwickshire Nat. Hist. Club, p. 154.
Shell oval, shining, pellucid, and of a pale amber colour;
body large; spire small, consisting of three well defined yolu-
tions, terminating in an acute apex; aperture very large, con-
tracted above, and expanded and round below; outer lip thin,
and acute at the edge. Length a quarter of an inch; diameter
not an eighth of an inch.
Found on the margin of ditches at Bathgate, Lanarkshire, by
Mr. Kenyon of Preston; at Britonferry, near Swansea, by Mr.
Jeffreys; and near Berwick-upon-Tweed, by Dr. Johnston.
Genus 46.—AcHaTina.—Lamatck.
Shell ovate, or oblong; body large; spire short in most
species, but it is sometimes lengthened and elevated; aper-
ture entire, longitudinal; outer lip thin, never reflected; inner
lip but slightly spread over the base of the body; columella
smooth, and destitute of folds or teeth, and truncated at the
base.
Distinguished from Bulimus by the abrupt termination of the
pillar lip.
36 MOLLUSCA.
1. AcHATINA AcIcuLA, pl. XIV, f. 82, and pl. XVIII, f.
12.—First Ed., pl. 41, f. 82.
Achatina acicula, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p.
133; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 267; Turton, Man., p. 89, pl. 715
Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 110; Thompson, Ann. and
Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 37; Bulimus acicula, Bruguiére, Ency.
Meth., 22; Drapernaud, Hist. de Moll., p. 75, pl. 4, f. 25, 26;
Brard, p. 100, pl. 3, f.21; Buccinum terrestre, Montagu, Test.
Brit., p. 248, pl. 8, f. 3; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII,
p- 1393; Buccinum acicula, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 150; Dillwyn,
Des. Cat., p. 652; Cionella acicula, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI,
p- 348.
Shell white, pellucid, smooth, glossy ; body occupying about
half the length of the shell; spire taper, consisting of five nearly
flat-sided volutions, well defined by the suture; aperture
oblong-ovate, subtruncated at the base; outer lip thin, even;
pillar lip thickened, and a little reflected on the columella.
Length a quarter of an inch; and hardly a fourth of its length
in diameter. :
This species is not uncommon in many parts of Great Britain
and Ireland. It inhabits the roots of grass and trees, especially
where there are limestone rocks; plentiful in Barham Downs,
Kent; Lackham, Wiltshire; and at Miltown Malbay, in the
neighbourhood of Dublin; La Bergerie, Queen’s County;
Castle Martyr, near Cork; and at Dromana, County of Water-
ford, by Miss M. Ball of Dublin.
Genus 47.—Butimus.—Lamarck.
Shell oval, or oblong, generally thin, and covered with a
slender epidermis; spire obtuse, variable in length, and in the
number of its volutions, which for the most part are few; aper-
ture oval, wide, anteriorly rounded; outer lip simple, reflected,
continuous, and joining the columella without an emargination ;
columella smooth, straight, without a truncature, or widening at
the base.
1. Buxtimus opscurus, pl. XIV, f. 19, and pl. XVIII, f.
13.—First Ed., pl. 41, f. 19.
Bulimus obscurus, Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll., p. 74, pl. 4,
f. 23; Pfeiffer, I, p. 52, pl. 3, f. 11; Brard, p. 97, pl. 3, f. 19;
Fleming, Brit. An., p. 265; Turton, Man., p. 81, f. 63; Jef-
freys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 343; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., I,
p- 109; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 35;
Bulimus hordaceus, Bruguiére, Ency. Meth., p. 331, No. 62;
Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 125; Ena obscura,
Leach, Moll., p. 113; Helia obscura, Miiller, Verm., p. 103;
Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 391, pl. 22, f. 5; Maton and Rackett,
Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 212, pl. 5, f. 11; Brown, Wernerian Mem.,
II, p. 529; Ib., Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 461; Turbo rupium,
List. Angl., pl. 2, f. 3; Da Costa, Brit. Conch., p. 90.
Variety a, pl. XIV, f. 21.
Shell subeylindrical, subconic, of an opaque brownish horn-
colour; body not half the length of the shell; spire consisting
of five or six somewhat inflated volutions, well defined by the
suture, covered with longitudinal slight substrie, or wrinkles,
and terminating in a rather obtuse apex; aperture oblong-oval;
outer lip even, and white; inner lip white, and reflected on the
columella, with a slight subumbilicus behind. Length three-
eighths of an inch; diameter one-third its length.
[TRACHELIPODA
The young shell is conical, or pyramidal, and in the very
early stages trochiform; with the aperture subquadrangular.
This species can only be distinguished from the B. montanus
by its inferior size, its white lip, and in its volutions being some-
what more inflated.
Found amongst moss in moist places, under stones, and on
old walls, and also on rocks; in which last locality we found
some fine specimens near Sunderland.
I found a very distinct variety of this species in the limestone
quarry on the top of the East Lomond hill, Fifeshire, and
named it B. brevis, pl. XIV, f. 21. It differs from the ordinary
variety in being much shorter, and greatly more inflated in pro-
portion to its size, with the apex more acute.
2. Buiimus monTanus, pl. XIV, f. 22, and pl. XVIII, f.
14.—First Ed., pl. 41, f. 22.
Bulimus montanus, Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll., p. 74, pl. 4,
f. 22; Pfeiffer, I, p. 52, pl. 3, f. 10; Sturm, Fauna, VI, pl. 65
Turton, Man., p. 80, f. 62; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p.
109; Bulimus montacutus, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 3455
Bulimus Lackhamensis, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 265; Thomp-
son, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 35; Ena montana,
Leach, Moll., p. 113; Helix Lackhamensis, Montagu, Test.
Brit., p. 394, pl. 11, #3; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 5295
Ib., Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 461; Maton and Rackett,
Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 212.
Shell subconic, oblong, of a dull rusty or reddish-brown,
longitudinally, obliquely, and irregularly wrinkled, or striated,
somewhat like shagreen when viewed through a strong lens;
body a little more than a third of the shell in length; spire
consisting of six nearly flat-sided volutions, well divided by the.
suture line, terminating in a rather obtuse apex; aperture
suboyate ; outer lip reflected, and of a chocolate-brown colour ;
pillar lip reflected on the columella, forming a subumbilicus
behind it.
inch; and a quarter of an inch in diameter.
Found at Lackham, in Wiltshire, by Colonel Montagu; met
with sparingly in the debris of Salisbury Crags, at Edinburgh ;
and I found it at Castle Willan, near Maryborough, Queen’s
County; and in the debris of the mountains of Mourne,
Treland.
The young shells of this, like those of the preceding species,
are trochiform; and the adult is liable to considerable variety
in colour.
3. Buimus tusricus, pl. XIV, f. 20.—First Ed., pl. 41,
f. 20.
Bulimus lubricus, Bruguiére; Lamarck, An. San. Vert. VI,
pt. 2nd, p. 126; Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll. p. 75, pl. 4, f. 245
Brard, p. 98, pl. 3, f. 20; Pfeiffer, I, p. 50, pl. 3, f. 7; Turton,
Man., p. 82, f.65; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 265; Achatina lubrica,
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 36; Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., II, p. 110; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 10; Cionella
lubrica, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 347; Zua lubrica, Leach,
Moll. p. 114; Helix lubrica, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 104; Mon-
tagu, Test. Brit., p. 390, pl. 22, f. 6; Brown, Wernerian Mem.,
II, p. 529; Ib., Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 461; Maton and
Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 213, pl. 5, f.12; Turbo glaber, Da
Costa, Brit. Conch., p. 87, pl. 5, f. 18.
Shell extremely smooth, glossy, and pellucid, of a brown or
greenish horn-colour; body about half the length of the shell;
Length somewhat more than five-eighths of an
INVOLUTE. |
spire consisting of five slightly inflated volutions, well defined
by the line of the suture, and terminating in a somewhat obtuse
apex; aperture oval; outer lip rather thick, but not marginate,
or reflected; pillar lip a little replicated, but destitute of an
umbilicus. Length a quarter of an inch; diameter one-third
its length.
Not uncommon in moist situations, residing principally on the
ground, under old trees, and on the banks of ditches.
4. Buuimus acutus, pl. XIV, f. 18—First Ed., pl. 41,
f. 18.
Bulimus acutus, Bruguiére, Ency. Meth., p. 42; Draper-
naud, Hist. des Moll., p. 77, pl. 4, f. 29, 30; Lamarck, An.
San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 125; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 265;
Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 346; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot.,
II, p. 109; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 10; Thompson, Ann. and
Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 36; Bulimus fasciatus, Turton, Man.,
p- 84, f. 67; and p. 86, f. 79, Bulimus ventricosus ; Helix
acuta, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 110; Dillwyn, Des. Cat., p. 956;
Helix bifasciatus, Maton and Racket, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 210;
Turton, Conch. Dict., p.63; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p.
529; Turbo fasciatus, Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 131, pl. 82,
f.119; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 346, pl. 22, f. 1; Da Costa,
Brit. Conch., p. 90; Donovan, Brit. Sh., I, pl. 18, f. 1, 1; Elis-
ma fasciata, Leach, Moll., p. 109.
Shell oblong, taper, thin, subpellucid, of a yellowish or
grayish-white, longitudinally streaked, or spirally banded with
chestnut or umber-brown; body somewhat more than a third
of the length of the shell; spire consisting of nine or ten some-
what rounded volutions, not very deeply separated by the
suture, and terminating in a rather acute apex; whole shell
coarsely wrinkled longitudinally ; aperture subovate; outer lip
thin ; inner lip a little reflected on the columella, with a small
subumbilicus behind. Length nearly three-quarters of an inch;
diameter a quarter.
This species is liable to considerable variety in its markings ;
sometimes it is longitudinally streaked, at others having a single
band of interrupted spots at the base of the volutions, in some
instances it has two bands, which, at the base often become
confluent, and not unfrequently it is nearly white. It is also
liable to some variations in shape and size.
Found on many of the sand and bent pastures of Great
Britain and Ireland, near the sea shore; and although local in
its habitat, generally very abundant where it is found.
Genus 48.—Batza.—Gray.
Shell thin, with the convolutions reversed, covered with a
slender brown epidermis; body short; spire long and taper, with
many volutions, gradually decreasing in size as they ascend;
aperture small, subquadrate; outer lip entire, a little thickened,
with a slight fold on the columella; base entire.
1. Bav#a Frais, pl. XIV, f. 11—First Ed., pl. 41,
fe
Balea fragilis, Leach, Moll. p. 116; Turton, Man., p. 87,
f.70; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot, II, p. 111; Balea fragilis,
Gray, Zool. Journ., I, p. 61; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 11; Balea
perversa, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 271; Balea perversa, Thomp-
son, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p.41; Odostomia perversa,
K
MOLLUSCA. 37
Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 76; Clausilia fragilis, Jeffreys,
Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 351; Pupa fragilis, Drapernaud, Hist. des
Moll., p. 68, pl. 4, f. 4; Turbo perversus, Montagu, Test. Brit.,
p- 355, pl. 11, f. 12; Maton and Racket, Linn. Tr., VIII, p.
181, pl. 5, f. 2; Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 456.
Shell elongated, subpellucid, thin, with a yellowish-brown
epidermis; body short; spire very long, consisting of from five
to eight somewhat ventricose volutions, well defined by the
suture, and terminating in a slightly obtuse apex; aperture
subquadrate ; outer lip thin, white, a little reflected ; pillar lip
white, narrowly reflected cn the columella, with a small sub-
umbilicus behind; whole shell covered with slender longitudinal
strie. Length seldom exceeding a quarter of an inch; dia-
meter a fourth of its length.
Old shells are frequently furnished with an obsolete tooth-
like fold about the middle of the columella.
This species has much the aspect of a Clausilia, and may be
mistaken for a young shell of that genus, but is distinguished
by the body being convex and simple, and destitute of the
carinated ridge near the outer edge, as in the young Clausiliz.
The volutions being sinistral, will at once mark it from the
genera Pupa and Bulimus.
This is a very local species, inhabiting the trunks of trees,
under the loose bark, or lurking in the Lichens which inyest
the bark; and is not unfrequently met with in the clefts of
rocks.
Genus 49.—CrausiLt1a—Drapernaud.
Shell sinistral, elongated, fusiform, turreted, slender; spire
with numerous yolutions, terminating in a somewhat obtuse, or
papillary apex, and swelling gradually towards the body—some
species are thickest in the centre; aperture ovate, irregular,
oblique, peretreme, continuous, united all round, the lip gene-
rally thickened on the edge, and reflected; columella furnished
with tooth-like plaits, and a small spiral, elastic, shelly plate,
attached by an elastic pedicle to the columella teeth within;
destitute of an operculum.
The shelly bone which is attached to the columellar teeth is
termed the clausium, and from whence the generic name is
derived. Its function seems to be, to close up the aperture,
when the animal has receded within its shell. A highly dis-
tinctive character in the shells of this genus, is, that the body
is usually less in diameter, than the volution next it.
Section I— Shell smooth ; the clausium or shelly plate with
a notch at top, fitting into a plait situated on the outer lip of
the aperture.
1. CuausiLia BIDENS, pl. XIV, f. 12.—First Ed., pl. 41,
f 12.
Clausilia bidens, Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll., p. 60, pl. 4, f.
5, 6, 7; Pfeiffer, p. 60, pl. 3, f. 25; Brard, p. 83, pl. 3, f.95
Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 110; Rossmassler, Icon., I,
p: 76, pl. 2, f. 29; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 271; Thompson,
Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p.42; Helix bidens, Miiller,
Verm., II, p. 116, No. 315; Turbo laminatus, Montagu, Test.
Brit., p. 359, pl. 11, f. 4; Clausilia lamellata, Leach, Moll. p.
118; Turton, Man., p. 70, f.53; Bulimus bidens, Bruguiére,
Ency. Meth., p. 352, No. 93.
38 MOLLUSCA.
Shell with from ten to twelve reversed, smooth, glossy, pel-
lucid volutions, of a reddish horn-colour; body volution very
small; spire very long; the volutions thickening towards the
middle, and tapering from thence to a small, somewhat obtuse,
and rounded point; each of the volutions swelling a little in
the centre, and the whole well defined by the suture line;
aperture suborbicular, compressed, thickened, and white at the
upper outer margin, where it unites with the body; outer lip
white, slightly marginated and reflexed, with two laminar plaits
or folds, one of which is straight, situate near the superior
portion of the aperture, and nearly central, the other somewhat
curved, placed in the middle of the pillar lip, and frequently
crenated; deep within the aperture are situate three or four
prominent ridges, which are discernible when held up betwixt
the observer and the light. General length three-quarters of
an inch; diameter, one-fourth of its length; the clausium is
emarginate.
This species is subject to some variation in colour and dia-
meter; some specimens being of a greenish-yellow, while others
are more ventricose in the centre; it also differs a little in
length.
The favourite resort of this species is a calcareous soil; it
is to be met with in woods of beech trees, and has been found
at Bow Wood, the seat of the Marquis of Lansdowne, Lack-
ham Wood, Wiltshire; and I found it, of a large size, on the
bark of a decayed tree at Hexham; and at Dove Dale, Derby-
shire, by William Thompson, Esq. It has been found at
Belamont Forest, near Coothill, County of Cavan, Ireland, by
my friend T. W. Warren, Esq., of Dublin, and on trees, in
the demesne of Florence Court, County of Fermanagh, by that
able conchologist, William Thompson, Esq., of Cork.
This is a very local species, and certainly.the most beautifal
of our native Clausilie.
Section II—Shells corrugated; and with the clausiwn
entire at the top.
2. CLAUSILIA BipLicaTa, pl. XIV, f. 13.—First Ed., pl.
4), f. 13:
Clausilia biplicata, Leach, Moll., p. 120; Alder, Mag. Zool.
and Bot., II, p. 110; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 271; Turton,
Man., p. 72, £.55; Clausilia Montagui, Gray, Ann. Phil., p.
13; Clausilia verrucosa, Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll., p. 71,
pl. 4, f. 11; Pfeiifer, p. 63, pl. 3, f. 29; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr.,
XVI, p. 354; Clausilia similis, Rossmassler, Icon., p. 177, pl.
2, £30; Turbo biplicatus, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 361, pl. 11,
£53; Helix perversa, adult, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 118; Helix
cocholodina ventricosula, Férussac, pl. 63.
Shell opaque grayish-brown; with twelve or thirteen reversed
volutions ; whole surface covered with numerous, longitudinal,
strong, regular, slightly oblique striz; volutions well defined by
the sutural line, which is rather deep, and terminating in a
somewhat blunted apex; aperture suborbicular, rounded below,
considerably compressed aboye, and a little sinuous at the upper
and inner angle; provided internally with two plaits, one situate
near the top of the pillar lip, and the other about half way
down the base of the columella, their points approximating to
each other as they recede inwardly ; lips thick, white, and con-
tinuous and detached all round.
[ TRacHELIPODA
This species is distinguished from C. bidens by its colour,
superior size, and particularly in the shape of the aperture, the
margins-of which are reflexed and produced, and the teeth are
much closer together in proportion to the size of the shell.
First identified as a British species by Colonel Montagu, who
discovered it at Easton Grey, Wiltshire, and has been found in
Hyde Park, London. Its chief habitation is in woods and
close-set hedges.
3. Crausiiia RuGosA, pl. XIV, f. 14.—First Ed., pl. 41,
f. 14.
Clausilia rugosa, Drapernaud,. Hist. des Moll., p. 73, pl. 4,
f.19, 20; Pfeiffer, p. 63, pl. 3, f. 30; Leach, Moll., p. 121;
Turton, Man., p. 74, f. 58; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p.
111; Clausilia perversa, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 271; Clausilia
nigricans, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr.. XVI, p. 351; Thompson, Ann.
and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 42; Clausilia parvula, Leach,
MSS.; Turton, Zool. Journ., I, p. 556; Ib., Man., p. 74, f.
58; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 352; Turbo nigricans, Dill-
wyn, Cat., p. 375; Turbo perversus, Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV,
p: 130, pl. 82, #116; Turbo bidens, Montagu, Test. Brit., p,
357, pl. 11, f. 73 Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 556;
Helix perversa, Miiller, Verm., p. 1183 Brown, Wernerian
Mem, II, p. 523.
Shell smaller, and move slender in form.
Variety 2. Shell shorter, with fewer volutions.
Clausilia Everetti, Ann. Phil., N. series, XIX, p. 377.
Shell somewhat opaque, blackish or chocolate-brown, fre-
quently with ash-coloured or whitish longitudinal streaks,
slender; with about twelve volutions, slightly inflated in the
middle, and covered with elevated, granular, longitudinal striz ;
aperture oval, the inner lip a little contracted, the columella
provided with three plaits, the lower one placed interiorly,
and scarcely discernible in the adult shell; lips thick, detached
from the body, and pure white. Length generally about half
an inch.
Variety 1.
This is the most common species of Clausilia; inhabiting
rocky or woody situations; it is subject to great variety in size,
and even diameter.
The Clausilia parvula of Dr. Turton’s Land and Fresh
Water Shells, is only a variety of this species.
4, Cuausitia Rotpuu, pl. XVIII, f. 31.
Clausilia Rolphii, Leach, MSS.; Ib., Molluse. ined., p. 119;
Férussac, Journ. Phys., 1820, p. 301; Alder, Mag. Zool. and
Bot., I], p. 111; Turton, Man., p. 71, f. 54; Clausilia Iphi-
genia Rolphii, Gray, Med. Rep., 1821, p. 182; Ib., Aun. Phil.,
p- 15; Turton, Man., p. 71, f. 54; Clausilia plicatula, Draper-
naud, Hist. des Moll., p. 74, pl. 4, f. 17, 18; Rossmassler, Icon.,
p: 39, pl. 2, f. 325 Jeffreys, Linn. Tr.. XVI, p. 353; Brard, p.
85, pl. 3, f. 10.
Shell thin, opaque, ventricose in the middle, of a grayish-
brown horn-colour; body very short; spire very long, consist-
ing of nine or ten rather narrow yolutions, each of which are
somewhat inflated in the centre, and terminating in an obtuse
apex; the whole surface covered with close-set, elevated, lon-
gitudinal striae; aperture subovate, sinuous at the outer and
upper angles; outer and inner lips white, thick, and detached
all round; provided with four or five plaits on the columellar,
two of which are longer than the others.
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This species is subject to the following very distinct varieties :
1. With four plaits, the middle ones less than the others.
2. With five plaits, the three middle ones less than the
others.
3. With five plaits, the three lower ones less than the
others.
Found first in Britain by Mr. Rolph, in Charlton Wood,
Kent; and Mr. Gray has met with it at Hastings, Sussex. Its
habitat is in damp woody situations, among moss, and on the
trunks of trees.
5. Cuxausiiia pusia, pl. XVIII, f. 32.
Clausilia dubia, Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll., p. 142, pl. 4, f.
10; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 111; Clausilia rugosa,
var., Alder, 1. c., p. 32; Clausilia similis, Gilbertson, MSS.
Shell dark umber-brown, ventricose; body long; spire small,
consisting of from nine to eleven rather inflated yolutions ;
covered with pretty strong, elevated, somewhat granular strie,
iu consequence of a few spiral ridges on the lower volutions ;
aperture oblong-ovate, contracted above, and a little rounded
below; lips white, rather narrow; columella with two plaits, the
superior one placed near the upper portion of the aperture and
pointing downwards, the lower one near the under side, inter-
nally bifurcate, and pointing upwards. Size, about five-eighths
of an inch long, and one-eighth in diameter.
Tt is known from Clausilia rugosa by being longer, and
more ventricose.
Found in the North of England, under moss in rocky situa-
tions.
Genus 50.—Pupa—Lamarck.
Shell oblong, cylindrical, thick; spire with numerous volu-
tions, terminating in an obtuse apex; aperture elliptical for the
most part, sometimes a little square at the upper extremity,
and rounded anteriorly; peretreme and inner lip continuous,
slightly thickened, and reflected; upper part of the aperture
frequently provided with a single tooth within: many of the
species furnished with longitudinal ribs.
The young shells of the genus Pupa are trochiform, with a
simple cayity at the base. Mr. Alder first pointed out a
remarkable structure in the interior of Pupa wmbilicata and
P. Anglica. This consists of a raised thread-like laminar
process winding spirally round the columella, and a similar
lamina running spirally on the upper side of the volutions, with
a series of small, flat, nearly transverse, testaceous plaits, situate
at intervals, in the interior of the volutions. These are some-
what analagous to the septa in the genus Segmentina. These
plaits are not, however, continued through the lower volutions.
Their use has not yet been ascertained.
1. Pura muscorvm, pl. XIV, f. 7.
Pupa muscorum, Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll., p.59, var. a;
Pfeiffer, I, p. 57, pl. 3, f. 17, 18; Pupa delucida, Rossmassler,
VI, p. 15, pl. 23, f. 326; Bulimus muscorum, Bruguiére, Ency.
Meth., p. 334, No. 63; Helix muscorum, Miiller, Verm. Hist.,
II, p. 105, No. 304; Turbo muscorum, Linnus, Syst. Nat., p.
1240, No. 651; Chemnitz, Conch., IX, pl. 3, f. 3; Maton and
Racket, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 182; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 184;
Donoyan, Brit. Sh., III, pl. 80.
MOLLUSCA. 39
Shell subcylindrical, smooth, glossy ; body somewhat shorter
than the spire, which consists of four rather broad yolutions,
gradually tapering to a somewhat obtuse apex; aperture sub-
ovate, destitute of teeth; outer lip white, rather narrow above,
but widening a little below; pillar lip narrow; whole surface of
a fulyous brown-colour.
Found at the Rabbit Burrow, Portmarnock, Ireland; near
Weymouth, Dorsetshire; at Corstorphin Hill, near Edinburgh,
and in the park of the Earl of Rothes, near Leslie, Fifeshire,
on the bark of trees and among moss.
This seems the true P. muscorum of Linneus; and I cannot
agree with Rossmassler and other modern authors, in consider-
ing the P. unidentata and bidentata as varieties of this species.
2. Pupa unipenrata, pl. XIV, f. 4.—First Ed. pl. 41,
f. 4.
Pupa unidentata, Pfeiffer, Land un Was. Sn., I, p. 58, pl. 3,
f.19, 20; Pupa muscorum, Girt, Conchyl. der Wetterau, S.
20; Rossmassler, I, p. 83, pl. 2, f. 373 Turbo muscorum, V.
Alten, Erd-und Flussconchyl., un Augsb., S. 23.
Shell smooth, brownish horn-coloured, subcylindrical; con-
sisting of seven narrow, slightly inflated yolutions, terminating
in an obtuse apex; aperture suborbicular, sublunate above, with
a single sharp, prominent tooth placed on the base of the body,
margins white and smooth. Length a little more than an eighth
of an inch; diameter a third of its length.
Distinguished from P. marginata by the single tooth being
more acute, and placed farther forward.
Found with other species of Pupa at Portmarnock Rabbit
Burrow, Ireland.
3. Pupa BIDENTATA, pl. XIV, f. 6.—First Ed,, pl. 41, f. 6.
Pupa bidentata, Pfeiffer, I, p. 59, pl. 3, f. 21, 22.
Shell ovate, ventricose; body and spire of nearly equal
length; the latter consisting of four considerably inflated volu-
tions, the three superior ones rapidly diminishing, and termi-
nating in a rather sharp apex; aperture subovate; outer lip
slightly reflected, and white ; pillar lip narrowly reflected on
the columella, with a narrow subumbilicus behind it ; whole
surface covered with a chestnut-brown epidermis. Length not
two lines; diameter equal to two-thirds its length.
Found at Portmarnock, Ireland.
This species is much shorter, in proportion to its breadth,
than the P. marginata, and is always destitute of the rib be-
hind its outer lip.
Notwithstanding the opinion of Rossmassler and other
authors, I always have considered that the P. muscorum,
unidentata, and bidentata are distinct-species; for besides the
dentition, the following distinctions will be found in the three
nearly allied species of this genus. In P. muscorum the shell
is subcylindrical, the whole volutions a little more oblique than
in the other species, and gradually decreasing, with the apicial
one rather obtuse; and the body and first volution longer. Ee
unidentata is nearly cylindrical, the volutions are more trans-
yerse, the three apicial ones diminishing more abruptly, with
the superior one more pointed. P. bidentata is altogether a
shorter shell in proportion to its breadth.
4. Pupa marcinata, pl. XVIII, f. 33, 34.
Pupa marginata, Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll., p. 61, pl. 3,
f. 36, 37, 38; Pfeiffer, Land un Was. Sn., I, p. 59, pl. 3, f. 23,
24; Brard, p. 93, pl. 3, f. 15, 16; Turton, Man., p. 98, f. 795
40 MOLLUSCA.
Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 358; Thompson, Ann. and Mag.
Nat. Hist., VI, p. 253 Forbes, Mal. Mon, p. 11; Pupa mus-
corum, Lamarck, VI, p. 111; Rossmassler, VI, p. 15, pl. 23,
f.5; Turbo muscorum, Brown, Ency. Brit. 6th Ed., VI, p.
457; Turbo marginata, Sheppard, Linn. Trans., XIV, p. 154;
Pupilla marginata, Leach, Moll., p. 1273 Alea marginata,
Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 357.
Shell glossy, subpellucid, cylindrical, of a chestnut-brown
colour; body about a third of the length of the shell; spire
consisting of five or six slightly inflated, convex volutions, well
defined by the sutural line, and terminating in an obtuse apex 5
aperture nearly orbicular, with a single, small, tubercular. tooth,
situate far back, at the central part of the aperture, on the
front of the body volution; lips white, continuous, with a whitish
rib placed externally behind the outer lip, but which is nearly
obsolete in some specimens; lip thin and emarginate, slightly
reflected, with a small subumbilicus placed behind it. Length
somewhat more than an eighth of an inch; diameter about a
third its length.
This species is pretty generally diffused throughout Great
Britain and Ireland, inhabiting mossy banks or under stones, in
the crevices of rocks or on old walls; and also under the bark
on decayed trees.
Found at Castletown, Isle of Man, by my friend Edward
Forbes, jun., Esq.
5. Pupa umsiticata, pl. XIV, f. 5.—First Ed., pl. 41, £5.
Pupa umbilicata, Drapernaud, p. 62, pl. 3, f. 39, 40;
Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 111; Jeffreys, Linn.
Tr., XVI, p. 357; Rossmassler, pl. 23, f. 327; Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., I, p. 111; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., VI, p. 373 Pupa muscorum, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 268;
Pupilla Drapernaudii, Leach, Moll., p. 126; Turbo musco-
vum, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 335, pl. 22, f.3; Brown, Ency.
Brit., 6th Ed. VI, p. 457; Helix umbilicata, Daudeb, Hist.
des Moll., No. 474; Odostomia muscorum, Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VII, p. 76; Jaminia muscorun, Risso, E. M., IV, p. 88.
Shell cylindrical, ventricose, smooth, subpellucid, glossy, pale
brownish horn-colour; body and spire nearly of equal length,
the latter consisting of five or six narrow, considerably inflated
volutions, terminating in a subacute apex; aperture elongated,
subluniform; outer and pillar lips rather broad, white, and
slightly reflexed, with a single, large, laminar tooth at the supe-
rior outer angle of the aperture, and appears to be formed by
an inflected prolongation of the outer lip; behind the columel-
lar lip is a rather large umbilicus, bounded by a circular rib.
Length somewhat more than the eighth of an inch; diameter
about a third of its length.
Found on old walls, under stones, and the bark of trees, in
many parts of Great Britain and Ireland; it is abundant in the
latter country, as well as all its islands, especially where lime-
stone and chalk prevail.
6. Pupa Anetica, pl. XVIII, f. 35, 36.
Pupa Anglica, Potiez and Michaud, Gal., I, p. 195, pl. 20,
f. 1,2; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 111; Thompson,
Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 38; Pupa ringens, Jeffreys,
Linn. Tr. XVI, p. 356; Pupa tridentalis, Michaud, Compl.,
p- 61, pl. 15, & 28, 30; Vertigo Anglica, Férussac, Moll.;
Turton, Man., p. 102, f.82; Turbo Anglicus, Wood, Cat. Sup.
pl. 6, f. .
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Shell ventricose, glossy ; body short; spire long, consisting
of five or six inflated volutions, well defined by the suture, the
two superior ones decreasing in size rather suddenly; aperture
somewhat elliptical, provided with five teeth, two on the base
of the body, one of them central, and the other small and
tubercular, one at the superior portion of the outer angle,
parallel with, and united to the outer lip, and so much curved,
as nearly to unite with a tubercle which is situate near the top
of the outer lip, and forming a nearly circular area betwixt
them; and an oblique, rather sharp tooth situate on the colu-
mella; outer lip flattened in front, reflected, and of a brownish
hue; pillar lip broad, with a deep circular umbilicus behind it ;
whole shell with slight, longitudinal strie, and covered with a
dark reddish-brown or chocolate-coloured epidermis, and fre-
quently grayish towards the apicial region. Length two lines ;
diameter one line.
This interesting species, long considered as peculiar to
England, inhabits woody situations, and has been found in
various localities, namely, near Bristol, Exeter, Lancashire, and
Twizil House, Northumberland; in Scotland it has been met
with in a wood at Corstorphin, near Edinburgh, and at Ballan-
trae, Ayrshire, by Mr. Thompson of Belfast; who also found
it in the County of Londonderry, Ireland, at the side of
the river Bann, near its junction with the ocean, also in
numerous localities throughout Down and Antrim, and on the
mountain of Benbulben in Sligo, glen of the Downs, Wicklow,
and at the lower lake of Killarney; Mr. W. H. Harvey found
it near Ballitore, and on sand hills at Miltown Malbay. In
short, it seems universally diffused throughout Ireland.
7. Pura sunrpeEri, pl. XIV, f. 1—First Ed., pl. 41, f. 1.
Pupa secale, Drapernaud, p. 64, pl. 3, f. 49, 50; Pfeiffer, I,
p- 55, pl. 3, f. 14; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 353; Ross-
massler, Icon., p. 82, pl. 2, f. 35; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot.,
II, p. 111; Turbo juniperi, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 340, pl.
12, f.12; Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 457; Turton,
Brit. Fau., p. 185; Abida secale, Leach, Moll., p. 165; Vertigo
secale, Turton, Man., p. 101, pl. 7, f. 81; Chondrus secale, a,
Hartmann, p. 218, No. 20; Sturm, VI, p. 7, pl.4; Torguilla
secale, Studer, Catal., p. 19; Cochlodonta secale, Férussac,
Prod., p. 64.
Shell subcylindrical; body not quite a third of the length of
the shell; spire consisting of seven or eight somewhat inflated,
but narrow volutions, well defined by the sutural line, the four
apicial ones tapering rather abruptly, and terminating in a
blunted apex; aperture somewhat square above and rounded
below, and provided with seven or eight laminar teeth, two of
which are placed on the pillar lip, three on the base of the
body, the central one situate far back, and that next the outside
long, sharp, standing obliquely inwards, and obtruding in front
of the others, and three on the outer lip, the central one
largest, and the lower one deeply seated; all the teeth of the
outer lip are visible externally, shining through in the form of
three pale, slightly spiral bands; outer lip white, acute, broad
below, with a slight wave or sinus above, and reflected; pillar
lip continuous with the outer one, and reflected, with an um-
bilicus behind; whole surface subopaque, of a dull grayish-
brown colour, and covered with very fine, regular, longitudinally
oblique striae. Length upwards of a quarter of an inch; dia-
meter equal to about a third of its length.
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This species lives chiefly in districts where the chalk or
Oolitic rocks prevail, its habitat being the roots of trees, and
under stones, in dry situations.
In the young condition the shell has an earthy covering, and
in this state is the Heli ventricosa of Miiller.
Genus 51.—VeErtIGO.—Miiller.
Shell subcylindrical, subfusiform, thin and transparent; volu-
tions narrow, appearing as if squeezed together, gradually
decreasing in size, and becoming abruptly obtuse at the apex ;
aperture contracted, sinuated, somewhat angular, toothed inter-
nally, marginated ; outer lip subreflected and simple.
Section I—Shells dextral, nearly cylindrical ; aperture
externally margined.
1. VeERTIGO EDENTULA, pl. XVIII, f. 36.
Pupa edentula, Drapernaud, p. 59, pl. 3, f. 28, 29; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 112; Rossmassler, X, p. 28, pl. 49,
f. 646; Turton, Man., p. 99, pl. 7, f. 80; Thompson, Ann. and
Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 39; Vertigo nitida, Férussac, Tab.
Moll., p. 64; Alga nitidi, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 3583
Alea revoluta, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 515 and 558;
Turbo oftenensis, Sheppard, Linn. Trans., XIV, p. 155; Turbo
edentula, Wood, Cat. Sup., pl. 6, f. 14.
Shell ovately conical, or subcylindrical, somewhat ventricose,
of a transparent horn-colour; spire consisting of four or five
well rounded volutions, which are deeply divided by the sutural
line, and terminate in a slightly obtuse apex; the whole covered
with nearly obsolete strie; aperture semicircular, destitute of
teeth; outer lip thin on the edge, without a rib behind; with
a very minute umbilicus. Length a tenth of an inch.
Found in many localities in Great Britain and Ireland. Its
favourite resort is marshy situations. Mr. Thompson says,
“The typical form of V. edentula I generally find under stones;
the elongated and cylindrical variety in woods—in autumn and
winter this latter is most readily obtained on the fallen leaves
of trees; in summer on the under side of the fronds of ferns.”
The elongated variety has not unfrequently seven or eight
volutions, and is often one and a half line in length.
2. VeERTIGO pycmza, pl. XVIII, f. 37.
Vertigo pygmea, Férussac, Tab. Moll., p.64; Turton, Man.,
p- 103, f. 83; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 112; Thomp-
son, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 40; Vertigo vulgaris,
Leach, Moll., p. 129; Pupa pygmea, Drapernaud, p. 60, pl. 3,
f. 30, 31; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 12; Turbo sexdentatus, young
shell, Montagu, p. 337; Alea vulgaris, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr.,
XVI, p. 359; Helix Isthima, Gray, Med. Rep., 1821, p. 239.
Shell oviform, somewhat ventricose, of a glossy, semipellucid,
dark reddish-brown colour; spire composed of three or four
almost smooth, rather ventricose volutions, the apicial one
abruptly smaller than that below it; aperture sublunate, pro-
vided with five teeth, two of which are situate on the columella,
the upper one largest, one on the base of the body or superior
portion of the aperture, and two on the outer lip, which, with
the inner lip, is thin and externally margined, and a little
reflected, with a minute subumbilicus behind the columellar lip;
outer lip with a longitudinal rib externally.
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MOLLUSCA. 41
Found in almost all parts of Great Britain and Ireland,
although not numerous in any one locality; its favourite resort
is under stones in dry situations, as far as our experience has
gone; but Mr. Thompson, an accurate observer of nature, says,
he has found it both in wet and dry situations, from the sea
shore to elevated mountain localities. Mr. Forbes met with
it among grass at Douglas, Isle of Man.
3. VERTIGO cYLINDRICcA, pl. XVIII, f. 38.
Vertigo cylindrica, Férussac, Tab. Moll., p. 65; Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., Il, p. 112; Pupa obtusa, Fleming, Brit. An.,
p: 269; Pupa muscorum, var. a, Drapernaud, p. 59, pl. 3, f.
36, 37; Pupa minutissima, Hartmann, Neue Alpina, p. 220,
pl. 2, f.53 Pfeiffer, III, p. 38, pl. 7, f 12, 135 Rossmassler, I,
p- 84, pl. 2, f. 38.
Shell cylindrical, pellucid, pale yellowish-brown ; spire con-
sisting of four convex, acutely and obliquely striated volutions ;
aperture ovate, slightly margined externally, and destitute of
teeth; outer lip rather thin, with a narrow and small umbilicus
situate behind the columellar lip. Not quite a line in length.
Found near the Village of Balmenna, Fifeshire, by my
friend Mr. Chalmers, surgeon, Kirkcaldy. Its habitat is under
stones.
4, VERTIGO SEXDENTATA, pl. XIV, f. 8.
Vertigo sexdentata, Turton, Man., p. 103, f. 84; Vertigo
4, 5 dentata, Studer, Catal.; Vertigo substriata, Alder, Cat.
Sup. Trans. Newcastle Nat. Hist. Soc., p. 34; Ib., Mag. Zool.
and Bot., II, p. 112; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI,
p: 40; Turbo seadentatus, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 59, f. 83
Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 4573 Turton, Brit. Fau.,
p- 184; Helix minuta, Miller, Verm., II, p. 101.
Shell subcylindrical, ventricose, subconic above, smooth,
glossy, of a brownish-yellow horn-colour ; spire consisting of
four slightly inflated volutions, terminating in a rather obtuse
apex; aperture sublunate, a little margined externally; with a
thin, reflexed, slightly bent outer lip, which is usually provided
with four teeth, two on the upper portion of the aperture, the
right one the larger, and two on the columellar lip. Length
one line; diameter half its length.
Found in moist situations in Cornwall, Devonshire, Suffolk,
at Preston, Lancashire, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, and at Ballan-
trae, Ayrshire. It is widely diffused throughout Ireland,
although rare where it is met with.
5. VERTIGO paLusTRis, pl. XVIII, f. 39.
Vertigo palustris, Leach, Moll., p. 128, pl. 8, f. 10; Turton,
Man., p. 104; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 112; ‘Thomp-
son, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 40; Alea palustris,
Jeffreys, Linn. Tr.. XVI, p. 360; Pupa antivertigo, Draper-
naud, p. 60, pl. 3, f. 32, 33.
Shell oblong-ovate, subcylindrical, of a deep chestnut, glossy
brown-colour; spire subconic, composed of four volutions,
slightly inflated, and well defined by the sutural line; body
fully longer than the spire; aperture sublunate, with the
margins whitish, somewhat sinuated, and provided with eight
unequal teeth, three of which are situated on the outer lip,
three on the superior portion of the columella, and two on the
columellar lip; outer lip with a considerable subsinus near its
centre.
This species has sometimes a ninth tubercular tooth. It is
somewhat smaller than the V. sexdentatus.
42 MOLLUSCA.
The V. palustris may be easily distinguished by the three
distinct, white teeth, which are situate within the upper and
truneated portion of the aperture.
Found in marshy situations, in the neighbourhood of Scar-
borough; Wimbledon Common; near-Twizil House, Northum-
berland, the seat of J. P. Selby, Esq.; and in Ireland, in many
localities throughout the Counties of Down and Antrim, Port-
arlington, County of Kildare, and Finnoe, County of Tipperary ;
and at Ballantrae, Ayrshire, Scotland.
6. Vertico AupEstris, pl. XVIII, f. 40.
Vertigo Alpestris, Férussac, MSS.; Alder, Mag. Zool. and
Bot., I, p. 112.
Shell subcylindrical, pellucid, of a pale yellowish horn-colour ;
spire provided with four somewhat veniricose volutions, gra-
dually iapering to a rather obtuse apex; whole surface covered
with longitudinal, minute striae; aperture semicircular, provided
with five teeth, one of which is situate on the superior portion
of the aperture, two on the columella, and two on the outer lip,
which is slightly reflected. Length one-tenth of an inch; dia-
meter half its length.
Found on old walls, in Northumberland, near Newcastle-
upon-Tyne, by Joshua Alder, Esq.
This species differs from V. pygmea in being slightly striated,
and somewhat more cylindrical.
Section II.—Shell fusiform and subcylindrical ; spiral con-
volutions sinistral ; aperture externally margined.
7. VERTIGO PusiLLA, pl. XVIII, f. 41.
Vertigo pusilla, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 124, No. 320; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 112; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p.
361; Pfeiffer, I, p. 72, pl. 3, f. 45, 46; Thompson, Ann. and
Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 41; Vertigo heterostropha, Leach,
Moll., p. 130; Pupa vertigo, Drapernaud, p. 61, pl. 3, f. 34,
35; Jaminea heterostropha, Risso, IV, p.91; Helix vertigo,
Gmelin, Linn. Syst. Nat., I, p. 3654, No. 155; Schréter, Fluss-
conchyl., 8. 349.
Shell ventricose, ovate, brittle ; volutions heterostrophe; body
and spire about equal in length; the latter consisting of four
somewhat ventricose, nearly transverse yolutions, terminating in
arather obtuse apex; aperture subtriangular, oblique, situate
on the right side of the shell; provided internally with two
teeth on the superior portion of the peristome, two on the
columellar lip, and three on the outer lip ; peretreme narrow,
white, a little reflected, with a small umbilicus behind the colu-
mellar lip; outer lip furnished with a longitudinal rib internally,
and two orthree transverse, pale lines, being the reflections of
teeth within the aperture, and with a very slight wave; whole
shell subpellucid, of a pale chestnut horn-colour, and with lon-
gitudinal, very minute stria, which are only perceptible by the
aid of a very strong lens. Length a line; diameter not half
its length. 4
This species has, in some few instances, an eighth tooth situ-
ated on the pillar lip.
It is not a
Mr. Thompson,
however, says, it is very rare in Ireland, and has been
met with in the north-east and west of the island. He par-
Inhabits moist woody situations, under stones.
rare, although a local species in Britain.
[ TRACHELIPODA
ticularises Colin Glen, near Belfast, Portmarnock, and Miltown
Malbay.
8. VERTIGO ANGusTIOR, pl. XIV, f. 9.—First Ed., pl. 41,
f. 9.
Vertigo heterostropha, Leach, Moll., p. 130; Vertigo angus-
tior, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 361; Alder, Mag. Zool. and
Bot., I, p. 112; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p.
41; Turbo vertigo, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 363, pl. 12, f. 65
Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 186.
Shell ventricose in the middle, and tapering to both extre-
mities; with four heterostrophe volutions, nearly flat on the
sides, and terminating in an obtuse apex; body about a third
of the entire length of the shell; aperture subtriangular, con-
tracted and angular on its left superior side, rather rounded
below; peristome white, and somewhat thickened; outer lip
thickened, slightly waved; three white teeth, two of which are
on the columella, and ove on the outer lip; whole shell covered
with fine, obliquely longitudinal striz, and of an opaque, pale
umber-brown colour. Length about half a line.
This is a rare species, and is mentioned by Montagu as
obtained from the rejectamenta of the river Avon, Wiltshire ;
Jeffreys gives its habitat in the rejectamenta of a small stream
at Marino, near Swansea; and Thompson obtained it from Mr.
W. H. Harvey, who found it at Miltown Malbay, Ireland.
In pointing out the difference between this species and V.
pusilla, Jeffreys says, that the back being more sunk in some
species than in others,—which characterises the growth of
toothed land shells,—is sufficient proof that it is not the young
of V. pusilla.
Genus 52.—Azeca.—Leach.
Shell subcylindrical, somewhat obtuse; covered with a pel-
lucid, glossy epidermis; aperture pyriform, oblique, curved, and
contracted, and terminating in a point above; peritreme thick,
obtuse, united all round, and toothed internally ; columella im-
perforated.
1. AZECA TRIDENS, pl. XIV, f. 2.—First Ed., pl. 41, f. 2.
Azeca Matoni, Leach, Moll., p. 122, pl. 8, f. 8; Turton,
Man., p. 68, f. 52; Pupa Goodalli, Férussac, Prod. p. 715
Alder, Cat., p. 32; Ib., Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 110; Azeca
Britannica, Kenyon, Mag. Nat. Hist., I, p. 426, f.n 3 Turbo
tridens, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 338, pl. 11, f.2; Maton and
Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 181; Turton’s Linné, IV, p. 499;
Ib., Brit. Fau., p. 184; Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p.
456; Pupa tridens, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p.
108; Helix tridens, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 106, No. 305.
Shell subcylindrical, subpellucid, glabrous, glossy, and of a
horn-colour; body not quite so long as the spire, which consists
of five or six slightly inflated volutions, terminating in a some-
what obtuse apex, with some minute longitudinal strie near the
suture; aperture pyriform, oblique, a little curved; columella
slightly reflexed, with two long and two short teeth alternating;
outer lip with a single tooth on its margin. Length a quarter
of an inch.
Inhabits close, shaded, woody situations, among moss, under
stones, and among decayed leaves, &c.
InvouLure. |
Genus 53.—HeEtix.—Linneus.
Shell orbicular, or subglobose, thin; body very large; spire
short, and small in proportion to the body; aperture oblique 5
outer lip reflected, and interrupted by the bulging of the body;
columella confluent with the outer lip, and situate on the lower
portion of the axis. Some species umbilicated, and others not
so; destitute of an operculum.
Some species, however, have the power of forming a calca-
reous lid, fitting the aperture, to the external edges of which,
the animal firmly cements it after retiring to its hybernaculum
in winter. This lid has been termed by some authors an
epiphragm.
This genus has been divided into several sub-genera.
Sub-Genus 1.—Hericocena—Ferussac.
Body volution large ; axis solid ; destitute of an umbilicus ;
aperture large.
1. Hexrx Pomaria, pl. XVI, f. 12 and 14.—First Ed., pl.
39, f. 12 and 14.
Heliz Pomatia, Linnzus, Syst. Nat., p. 1244; Gmelin, Linn.
Syst., p- 3627; Lister, Conch., pl. 48, f. 46; Pennant, Brit.
Zool., IV, p. 134, pl. 84, f. 128; Cochtea Pomatia, Da Costa,
Brit. Sh., p. 67, pl. 4, f 14; Donovan, Brit. Sh., III, pl. 84;
Miiller, Verm., II, p.43, No. 243; Turton’s Linné, IV, p. 513;
Ib., Man., p. 44, pl. 4, f. 34; Ib., Brit. Fau., p. 190; Montagu,
Test. Brit., p. 408; Brard, p. 19, pl. 1, f.5; Drapernaud, Hist.
des Moll., p. 87, pl. 5, f. 20, 21, 22; Pfeiffer, I, p. 25, pl. 2, £9;
Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 458; Ib., Ency. Edinensis,
II, p. 554, pl. 55, f. 5; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 106;
Pomatia antiquorum, Leach, Moll., p. 89.
Shell subglobose, rather strong; body very large, ventricose ;
spire small, consisting of four somewhat inflated, well divided
yolutions, terminating in an obtuse apex; whole shell with
rather strong, longitudinal striz, and crossed by very minute,
spiral strie, but not so strong as to produce a reticulated
appearance; aperture nearly sublunate; pillar lip white, or very
pale rose-colour, considerably spread over the columella; outer
lip slightly reflected, and somewhat thickened on the margin ;
whole shell covered with a:thin yellowish-brown epidermis, with
three or four broad, transversely spiral, reddish-brown bands
beneath it on the body yolution, and generally one narrow band
on the superior yolutions; inside of aperture pale brownish-
purple. Length generally about two inches; diameter not
quite so much.
The favourite habitats of this species are hedges, woods, and
chalky soil. It does not extend further north in England than
the midland counties.
Fig. 6 represents the young shell.
The H. Pomatia is the largest of the British land shells, and
is subject to some variety, both as regards colour and size, and
relative proportion of the spire to the body. Reversed speci-
mens have been met with, and others with the convolutions
disunited and scalariform.
_ This shell has, by some authors, been supposed not an abo-
riginal species, but to have been introduced from Italy about
the middle of the sixteenth century by a Mr. Howard, and first
turned out at Albury, in Surrey. © They seem to have increased
MOLLUSCA. 43
much, and spread themselves over most of the southern coun-
ties. We are, however, of opinion that it is a native of
England.
This species was a favourite food with the ancient Romans,
and is eaten in many parts of Europe at the present time.
2. Hewix aspersa, pl. XVI, f. 5, 13, and 17.—First Ed.,
pl. 39, f. 5, 13, and 17.
Helix aspersa, Miiller, Verm., If, p. 59, No. 253; Gmelin,
Linn. Syst., p. 3631, No. 58; Lister, Conch., pl. 49, f. 47;
Turton’s Linné, IV, p. 515; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 409;
Drapernaud, p. 89, pl. 5, f. 23; Brard, p. 7, pl. 1, f. 15 Brown,
Ency. Brit. 6th Ed., VI, p. 460; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII,
p- 81; Ib. Brit. An., p. 263; Turton, Man., p. 52, f. 35;
Leach, Moll., p. 82; Rossmassler, pt. 5th, p. 5, pl. 22, f. 294,
and small var. Mazzublii, p. 5, pl. 22, f. 296; Jeffreys, Linn.
Tr., XVI, p. 328; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., Il, p. 106;
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., p. 20; Forbes, Mal.
Mon., p. 7; Helix hortensis, Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 136,
pl. 84, f. 129; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 191; Brown, Wernerian
Mem., II, p. 527; Donovan, Brit. Sh., IV, pl. 13135 Cochlea
vulgaris, Da Costa, p. 72, pl. 4, f. 1.
Shell subglobose; body large; spire small, consisting of four
nearly parallel, rather tumid, but narrow volutions, terminating
in a somewhat obtuse apex; aperture semilunar, a little longi-
tudinally lengthened; inner lip white, pretty broadly reflected
on the columella; outer lip blunted on the edge, and consider-
ably reflected; whole surface covered with a rather strong, dull,
wrinkled epidermis, of a yellowish-brown or olive ; with two or
three dark, reddish-brown bands of large, interrupted, irregular
blotches on the body yolution, and two or three on the volu-
tions of the spire; between these are paler, irregular markings.
Diameter about an inch and a half.
When the epidermis is removed, the surface of the shell
is of a pale white, marked with the fascie, which appear more
distinct.
Fig. 18 represents the young shell.
This species is subject to considerable variety, both in colour
and markings, as well as in the length of its spire.
Fig. 13 is a small variety, the body of which is invested with
irregular, longitudinal clouds and blotches, without fascia. It
has been found with the volutions reversed, and also with the
convolutions apart from each other.
This species is universally diffused over the whole of Great
Britain and Ireland, and inhabits woody situations, but is more
especially met with in gardens, where it makes considerable
hayee among the plants.
3. HeExix nemoratts, pl. XVI, f. 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10—
First Edi, pl. 39, f. 1, 2; 3, 7, 8, 9, 10.
Helix nemoralis, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 46, No. 246; Linne,
Syst. Nat., p. 3647; Lister, Conch., pl. 57, f. 54; Montagu,
Test. Brit., p. 411; Donovan, Brit. Sh., I, pl. 133 Drapernaud,
p- 94, pl. 6, f. 3, 4,5; Brard, p. 12, pl. 1, f. 2 and 4; Maton
and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 206; Lamarck, An. San. Vert.,
VI, pt. 2nd, p. 81; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 264; Ib., Edin.
Ency., VI, p. 81; Brown, Ency. Brit., ist Ed., VI, p. 460;
Ib., Wernerian Mem., II, p. 527; Pfeiffer, I, p. 27, pl. 2, f. 10,
11; Rossmassler, pl. 298, a, 6, var.; Ib., VILI, p. 26, pl. 36, f.
494; Ib., pl. 10, f. 137; Turton, Brit. Fau., p- 191; Ib., Man.,
44 MOLLUSCA.
p. 33, f. 23; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 107; Forbes,
Mal. Mon., p. 7; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p.
22; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr. XVI, p. 330; Tachea nemoralis,
Leach, Moll., p. 84; Cochlea fasciata, Da Costa, p. 76, pl. 5,
PA By,
Shell subglobose, thin, subpellucid; body very large; spire
small, consisting of three narrow, slightly inflated yolutions ;
aperture transverse, semielliptical; inner lip reflected on the
base of the columella, and proceeds in nearly a straight line
until it joins the outer lip, which is thickened on the edge, and
reflected; both lips invariably of a dark reddish-brown; whole
surface covered with a yellow, citron-coloured, flesh-coloured,
or olive, thin, pellucid, glossy epidermis, which allows the fasciz
to shine through. Diameter generally about an inch; height
three-quarters of an inch.
This species is subject to very great variety in its colours and
markings; some are plain citron, yellow, olive, or flesh-coloured,
while others are furnished with from one to five dark umber, or
blackish-brown bands on the body, variously disposed.
Fig. 4 represents the young shell.
This species is at once distinguished from H. hortensis and
hybrida, from the outer and pillar lips being invariably of a
dark brown-colour, while those of H. hortensis are always
white, and H. hybrida of a pale brown, yellowish-brown, or
flesh-colour.
I found the beautiful variety f. 8, at West Coates, Edin-
burgh. It has a very pale rose-coloured outer lip, and a white
girdle round its body. It is now in the cabinet of Lady
Jardine, at Jardine Hall, Dumfriesshire. Mr. Thompson says,
he met with extremely large specimens of the H. nemoralts in
the south islands of Arran, Ireland.
The H. nemoralis is the most common of our land shells,
being almost universally diffused throughout Great Britain and
Treland. It locates in woody situations.
4. HE.ix norTensis, pl. XVI, f. 11, 15, 19.—First Ed.,
pl. 39, f. 11, 15, 19.
Helix hortensis, Lister, Conch., pl. 3, f. 33; Miiller, Verm.,
II, p. 52, No. 447; Gmelin, Syst. Nat., p. 3649, No. 109;
Chemnitz, Conch., IX, pl. 133, f. 1199, 1201; Montagu, Test.
Brit., p. 412; Drapernaud, p. 95, pl. 6, f. 6; Lamarck, An.
San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p.81; Brard, p. 16, pl. 1, f. 3; Pfeiffer,
I, p. 29, pl. 2, f. 12, 13; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 81; Ib.,
Brit. An., p. 264; Rossmassler, I, p. 58, pl. 1, f.6; Turton,
Man., p. 34, pl. 3, f.24; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p- 106;
Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 3303 Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 8;
Helix nemoralis, var., Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p:
206; Cochlea fasciata, Da Costa, p. 76, pl. 5, f.4, 5; Tachea
hortensis, Leach, Moll., p. 85.
Shell somewhat globose, thin, smooth; body large; spire
small, consisting of four, a little inflated, but narrow volutions,
terminating in a rather obtuse apex; aperture semielliptical ;
outer lip white; whole surface covered with a shining epidermis,
of yellow, citron, or pale olive, with bands in some specimens,
and destitute of them in others.
This species will at once be distinguished from the H. nemo-
valis, by its outer lip being invariably white, and the shell is
always nearly a third smaller, and a little more globular. It is
subject to great variety in the number and disposition of its
bands, which are either black, or very dark reddish-brown.
[ TRacHELIPoDA
It inhabits woods, hedges, and shady places, in almost all
parts of Britain and Ireland, but is not so common as the AH.
nemoralis.
5. Hexix uysripa, pl. XVIII, f. 27, 28.
Helix hybrida, Pedret; Leach, MSS.; Gray’s Turton’s Man.,
p- 132, pl. 11, f. 150; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist.,
VI, p. 21 and 64; Helix hortensis, var., Férussac, pl. 31;
Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 106.
Shell semiglobose; body large; spire small, consisting of four
moderately inflated yolutions, which terminate in an obtuse
apex; aperture semielliptical; outer lip of a pale brownish rose-
colour, the inner rib being somewhat darker than the lip, which
is rather acute at the edge; whole surface of a brownish, or
citron-yellow, sometimes banded, but more generally plain; the
latter almost always with an indistinct, whitish band, running
spirally on the upper margin of the body, and continued on the
upper edge of the volutions of the spire.
This species differs in the shape of the aperture, which is
more transversely ovate than that of the former two species.
It inhabits hedges and woody situations, in many parts of
Britain and Ireland, but is a very local species. Mr. R. Ley-
land, of Halifax, found this shell of a form and size resembling
H. hortensis, locating on a small spot on the banks of the canal
between Keighley and Bingley, Yorkshire.
6. Heix Arsustoroum, pl. XVI, f. 20, 21, 22.—First Ed.,
pl. 39, f. 20, 21, 22.
Helix Arbustorum, Linneus, Syst. Nat., p. 1245; Gmelin,
Linn. Syst., p. 3630, No. 53; Miiller, Verm., p. 55, No. 248;
Lister, Conch., pl. 56, f.53; Donovan, Brit. Sh., IV, pl. 136;
Montagu, Test. Brit. p. 413; Drapernaud, p. 38, pl. 5, f. 18;
Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 180; Brard, p. 65, pl.
2, f. 12; Pfeiffer, I, p. 24, pl. 2, f. 7, 8; Rossmassler, I, p- 57,
pl. 1, f. 4; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 81; Ib., Brit. An., p.
264; Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., WI, p. 458; Ib., Wernerian
Mem., II, p. 525; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 190; Ib., Man., p. 35;
Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 106; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p.
7; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 233; Cochlea
unifasciata, Da Costa, p. 75, pl. 17, £.6; Arianta Arbustorum,
Leach, Moll., p. 86.
Shell subglobose, subpellucid; body large, ventricose ; spire
rather small, consisting of four inflated volutions, deeply defined
by the line of the suture, and terminating in a rather acute
apex; aperture sublunate, somewhat longer than wide; outer
lip broad, white, and reflexed, with an internal rib; pillar lip
broad at its junction with the body, and narrowing suddenly as
it descends; surface of a cinerious colour, and in some instances
of a pale yellowish hue; beautifully mottled and streaked with
lines of dark chocolate-brown, with a single transverse band of
brown, investing the body yolution, which continues spirally at
the base of the volutions of the spire, but gradually becomes
imperceptible before reaching the apex.
Fig. 16 represents the young shell.
In some specimens the girdle is wanting, and the shell of a
Sometimes the blotches and
I have
It is also
much paler colour, as in fig. 21.
markings are of a beautiful intense chocolate-colour.
seen specimens entirely divested of blotches or band.
liable to some variety in the elevation of the spire.
This is rather a local species, but is to be met with, in Britain
and Ireland, from one extreme of the islands to the other.
INVOLUTE. |
Sub-Genus 2.—Hericicona.— Ferussac.
Shell orbicular, depressed, equally convex both above and
below; umbilicate; provided with a carina on the centre of the
body ; aperture transverse ; lips united all round.
7. Hettx rapicipa, pl. XVH, f. 9, 10, 11—First Ed., pl.
40, f. 9, 10, 11.
Helix lapicida, Linné, Syst. Nat., p. 1241; Gmelin, Linn.
Syst., p- 3613, No. 2; Miiller, Verm., II, p. 40, No. 240;
Donovan, Brit. Sh., IL, pl. 29, f. 2; Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV,
p- 132, pl. 83, f. 121; Drapernaud, p. 111, pl. 7, f. 35, 36, 375
Brard, p. 53, pl. 2, f. 14,153; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p.
80; Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 457; Rossmassler, I,
- p- 63, pl. 1, f.11; Caracolla lapicida, Lamarck, An. San. Vert.,
VI, pt. 2nd, p. 99; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 258; Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., If, p. 109; Turton, Man., p. 66, pl. 5, f. 51;
Helicigona lapicida, Férussac, Prod., p. 150, pl. 66,* f. 65
Chilotrema lapicida, Leach, Moll., p. 106; Helix acuta, Lister,
Conch., pl. 3, f. 4; Da Costa, p. 55, pl. 4, f. 9.
Shell depressed, subdiscoidal, equally conyex above and
below; body large; spire short, consisting of five much flat-
tened, slightly ventricose volutions, terminating in an obtuse
apex; body with a central, sharp-edged carina, which emanates
from the margin of the outer lip, and investing the body,
continues spirally at the base of the superior volutions, and
defines them by a fine thread-like ridge; whole shell with
strong, wrinkled, longitudinal striae, its entire surface presenting
a shagreen-like aspect; base provided with a large and deep
umbilicus, exhibiting the spiral convolutions; aperture broad,
subovate, with a sharp margin; outer lip white, reflexed, and
continuous with the pillar lip, which is a little spread on the
base of the body, and both lips disunited from the body.
This species is extremely local, and appears not to extend
much further north than the centre of England. It has never
been found in Ireland, according to the account of Mr. Thomp-
son. Its favourite habitat is limestone rocks and chalky soil.
Sub-Genus 3—Amprexvs.—Brown.
Shell depressed, with an orbicular aperture ; peristome con-
tinuous and reflexed ; epiphragm membranaceous.
8. HELIX PULCHELLA, pl. XIV, f. 76, 77.
Helix pulchella, Miller, Verm. Hist., 1, p. 30, No. 232;
Drapernaud, p. 112, pl. 7, f. 33, 34; Pfeiffer, I, p. 43, pl. 2, f.
32; Brard. p. 56, pl. 2, f.9; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p.
109; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 23; Forbes,
Mal. Mon., p.9; Rossmassler, VII, p. 5, pl. 51, f.440; Turton,
Man., p. 63, pl. 5, f.49; Amplexus paludosus, Brown, Illust.
Conch., Ist Ed., pl. 41, f 76, 773; Helia pulchella, Brown,
Ency. Brit. 6th Ed., VI, p. 459; Helix paludosa, Da Costa,
Brit. Conch., p.59; Walker, Test. Min. Rar., f. 22; Montagu,
Test. Brit., p- 440; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p.
193, pl. 5, f. 5; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 188; Brown, Wernerian
Mem., II, p. 524; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 80; Turbo
paludosus, Turton, Conch. Dict., p- 228; Zurama pulchella,
Leach, Moll., p. 108.
MOLLUSCA. 45
Shell smooth, white, subpellucid; spire depressed, consisting
of three rounded volutions, well defined by the sutural line,
terminating in an obtuse apex, and very little elevated above
the body; body large, elegantly rounded, with a wide and deep
umbilicus at its base, exhibiting the conyolutions of the spire
inside; aperture circular, with an opaque, white, flattened, re-
flected, thickened margin; the lips not quite meeting on the
base of the body. Diameter one-tenth of an inch.
This elegant little species is pretty generally diffused through-
out Great Britain and Ireland. Its favourite habitat being
under stones, in dry situations. It is generally more numerous
in dry situations around the coast. It is exceedingly numerous
at Carolina Park, near Edinburgh; also on the sand hills at
Portmarnock Rabbit Burrow, and Thompson says he found it
on the short pastures, in some of the islets, of Lough Strang-
ford, Ireland.
Many authors consider this and the following species merely
as varieties; but we have invariably noticed a difference in the
animals.
9. HELIX CRENELLA, pl. XIV, f. 78, 79.—First Ed., pl.
41, f. 78, 79.
Helix crenella, Montagu, Test. Brit., p.441; Amplexus cre-
nellus, Brown, Illust. Conch., Ist Ed., pl. 41, f. 78, 79; Helix
pulchella, var., Drapernaud, p. 112, pl. 7, f. 30, 31, 32; Helix
costata, Miller, Verm., p. 31, No. 233; Pfeiffer, I, p. 41, pl. 2,
f. 31; Gmelin, Linn. Syst. Nat., I, p. 3633, No. 67; Alten,
Erd-und Flussconchy]., §. 60, pl. 6, f. 11; Gartner, Conchyl.
der Wetterau, S. 26; Rossmassler, VII, p. 5, pl. 31, f. 439;
Fleming, Brit. An., p. 263; Helix pulchella, var., Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., Uf, p. 109; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p.9; Turbo
helicinus, Lightfoot, Phil. Trans., 1776, pl. 3, f. 1 to 4.
Shell milk-white, subopaque; spire depressed, consisting of
three well defined, rounded yolutions, and terminating in an
acute apex, which is but little elevated above the body volu-
tion, and beautifully rounded; its base provided with a large
and deep umbilicus, exposing in its cavity the inner sides of the
volutions of the spire; aperture circular; the outer and pillar
lips continuous, smooth, white, opaque, and reflected, but a
little separated on the columella; whole surface covered by
Dia-
meter one-tenth of an inch. Some specimens have a yellowish-
brown epidermis.
It is, however, found in inland situations.
numerous, strong, regular, longitudinal, concentric ribs.
Some authors affirm that this species is always found in damp
situations, while the habitat of H. pulchella is constantly in dry
localities. We have met with both shells plentifully in Caro-
lina Park, near Edinburgh, and also at Portmarnock, Ireland.
In the former locality, however, we always met with the two
species in separate situations.
This shell is as widely spread as the H. pulchella, both in
England and Ireland, and in the same kind of habitat. In the
North of Ireland, Mr. Thompson says this species is more
common on dry sea banks than the H. pulchella. Forbes has
found the H. crenella on walls in the Isle of Man, and I have
met with it in a similar locality, in the King’s Park, at Edin-
burgh. I have likewise observed both specimens in damp
situations, but very rarely.
46 MOLLUSCA.
Sub-Genus 4.—Hericerta.—Ferussac.
Shell depressed ; base of the body provided with a large um-
bilicus.
10. Heurx Canriana, pl. XVI, f. 15, 16, 17.—First Ed.,
pl. 40, f. 15, 16, 17.
Helix Cantiana, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 422, pl. 23, f. 1;
Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 197; Turton, Brit. Fau.,
p- 189; Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed, VI, p. 457; Fleming,
Edin. Ency., VII, p. 793 Ib., Brit. Aun. p. 261; Teba Cantiana,
Leach, Moll., p. 94; Heli# Carthusiana, Drapernaud, p. 102,
pl. 6, f. 33; Turton, Man., p. 36, pl. 3, f.26; Alder, Mag. Zool.
and Bot., I, p. 106; Brard, p. 24, pl. 1, f. 6; Férussac, Prod.,
p- 43; Rossmassler, V, VI, p. 36, pl. 27, f. 364; Helix pallida,
Donovan, Brit. Sh., V, pl. 157, f.2; Helix circinnata, Ross-
massler, I, p. 64, pl. 1, f. 12.
Shell subpellucid, thin, generally of a yellowish-white, but
sometimes lead-coloured ; body large, tumid, with an obscure
central band; the base and aperture of a rufous colour; spire
small, subdepressed, consisting of five moderately rounded
volutions; aperture semielliptical, its length and width being
nearly equal; outer lip thin, but not reflected; internal rib of a
pale rose-colour, or white; whole surface covered with minute,
irregular, longitudinal striz umbilicus rather small.
three-quarters of an inch; height about half an inch.
Diameter
Young shells are very pale in the colour, and with the epi-
dermis slightly hispid. The adult bears some resemblance to
H. rufescens, but may be distinguished by its greater con-
vexity, superior size, in the strie less regular and strong, in
being devoid of the subcarinated band round the body, and in
the umbilicus being considerably less in proportion to its size.
This species frequents the chalk districts of Kent, and is an
extremely local shell.
11. Hexix Carruusiana, pl. XVII, f. 49, 50, 51.—First
Ed., pl. 40, f. 49, 50, 51.
Helix Carthusiana, Miller, Verm., p. 15; Helix Carthusi-
anella, Drapernaud, p. 101, pl. 6, f. 31, 32; Alder, Mag. Zool.
and Bot., II, p. 106; Brard, p. 24, pl. 1, f. 7; Turton, Man.,
p- 37, f. 27; Helix Gibsti, Leach, in Brown, Illust. Conch., 1st
Ed.; Férussac, Journ. de Phys. XC, p. 300; Helix Zenobia
bimarginata, Gray, Med. Rep., 1821; Helix rufilabris, Jeffreys,
Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 509; Teba Carthusianella, Leach, Moll., p.
95, pl. 8, f. 4, 5, 6.
Shell subdepressed, subpellucid, glabrous, of a grayish-brown;
body large, inflated on the sides; spire very small, but little
elevated, consisting of three slightly defined volutions, termi-
nating in a subacute apex; aperture sublunate; outer lip thin
on the margin, with a milk-white, transverse, rather broad band
on the outside; base provided with a very small umbilicus,
which is partly covered by the columellar lip.
The H. Carthusianella is subject to some variety, in size,
thickness, and also in the consistence of the shell. One variety
is smaller, and more convex.
This species inhabits the chalk districts of Sussex and Kent,
among short grass; and is also common on the coast betwixt
Dover and Brighton.
12. Hewix rurEscens, pl. XVI, f. 47 and 53.—First Ed.,
pl. 40, f. 47 and 53.
[ TRACHELIPODA
Helix vufescens, Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 134, pl. 85, f.
127; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 420, pl. 23, f. 2; ‘Turton, Brit.
Fau., p. 189; Ib., Man., p. 37, f. 28; Fleming, Edin. Ency.,
VII, p. 79; Ib., Brit. An., p. 261; Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed.,
V1, p. 457; Ib., Wernerian Mem., II, p. 525; Thompson, Ann.
and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 28; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XIII, p.
337; Férussac, Prod., p. 44; Donovan, Brit. Sh., V, pl. 157, f.
1; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 196; Helia hispida,
Donovan, V, pl. 151, f. 1; Helix glabella, Drapernaud, p. 102,
pl. 7, f.6; Pfeiffer, p. 34, pl. 2, f. 16; Alder, Mag. Zool. and
Bot., U, p. 107; Teba vufescens, Leach, Moll. p. 96; Cochlea
rufescens, Da Costa, p. 80, pl. 4, f. 6.
Shell subdepressed, subopaque, rufous brown; body large ;
spire small, consisting of five slightly elevated and moderately
inflated volutions, well defined by the sutural line; centre of
the body volution encompassed by a slight subcarinated girdle,
of a paler colour than the rest of the shell, but which does not
extend to the volutions of the spire; aperture semilunar, some-
what longer than broad; outer lip thin, slightly reflected at the
lower augle; whole surface covered with longitudinal, wrinkled
striz ; umbilicus large and deep. Diameter frequently nearly
three-quarters of an inch. Its general dimensions smaller.
The young of this shell is destitute of hairs.
This species is liable to some variations in colour.
13. HeEvix timpara, pl. XVIII, f. 29, 30.
Helix limbata, Drapernaud, p. 100, pl. 6, f. 29; Férussac,
Prod., p. 43; Michaud, Compl., p. 24; Rossmassler, Icon., V,
p: 35, pl. 26, f. 362; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 106.
Shell suborbicular, of a white or reddish colour ; body large,
with an opaque, slight carina round its centre; spire about a
third of the length of the body, consisting of four somewhat
narrow, slightly inflated and subdepressed yolutions, terminating
in a rather obtuse apex; aperture sublunate, very oblique, and
slightly narrowed in the centre of the outer lip, which is thin,
plain, slightly reflexed, and margined with white ; pillar lip a
little reflexed over the umbilicus, which is rather small and
narrow; whole surface very finely striated. Length nearly half
an inch; diameter upwards of half an inch.
This species is subject to considerably varicty in colour; being
sometimes reddish-brown, and at others of a clear white.
Discovered by Mr. G. B. Sowerby on the New North Road
to Barnet, near Hampstead, in a hedge row, and attached to
brambles. The H. limbata is a native of France, Switzerland,
and Germany, and has in all probability been an introduced
species, as the above is the only locality where it has hitherto
been noticed in Britain.
14. Hexix rutva, pl. XVII, f. 2.—First Ed., pl. 40, f. 2.
Helix fulva, Miiller, Verm. Hist., II, p. 56, No. 249; Dra-
pernaud, p. 81, pl. 7, f. 12, 13; Pfeiffer, I, p. 23, pl. 2, f. 2;
Turton, Man., p. 61, f. 47; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p.
108; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 25; Helix
trochiformis, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 427, pl. 11, f. 9; Turton,
Brit. Fau., p. 189; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 80; Maton
and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 200; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI,
p- 331; Helix Trochilus, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 260; Brown,
Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 458; Teba fulva, Leach, Moll. p,
99; Helix nitidula, V. Alten, S. 53, pl. 4, f. 8.
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Variety 1. Shell depressed, and equally convex both above
and below.
Helix Mortonii, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 332.
Variety 2. Smaller, and of a darker colour.
Helix Alderi, Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 108.
Shell trochiform, thin, smooth, glossy, pellucid, of a dark-
brownish horn-colour, sometimes inclining to a reddish hue ;
body large, ventricose; spire small, much produced, and having
five inflated volutions, deeply divided by the sutural line, ter-
minating in a rather obtuse apex; base rounded, and provided
with a very small umbilicus, which is hardly perceptible in the
young shell; aperture subluniform, transversely compressed, its ,
length and breadth being equal; outer lip thin; pillar lip slightly
reflected over the umbilicus. Diameter about one-eighth of
an inch.
The small variety of this shell, noticed by Joshua Alder,
Esq., of Newcastle, has very fine concentric striz on its base,
which is only visible by the aid of a strong lens. This variety
is only one-tenth of an inch in diameter.
Inhabits woody and shaded situations, under stones, on de-
cayed timber, and under leaves. Montagu mentions it as a
Devonshire and Wiltshire shell. It has also been found in the
North of England; and Thompson says it is generally dis-
tributed over Ireland, from the sea shore to mountain localities.
At Wolfhill, he found thirty specimens congregated under one
stone.
15. Hetix Fusca, pl. XVII, f. 25, 26.—First Ed., pl. 40,
f, 25, 26.
Helix fusca, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 424, pl. 13, f.1; Brown,
Ency. Brit., p. 460; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 813 Ib.,
Brit. An., p. 264; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 209;
Jeffreys, Linn. Tr.. XVI, p. 329, 394, and 507; Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., I, p. 107; Turton, Man., p. 53, f. 363 Ib.,
Conch. Dict., p. 946; Ib., Brit. Fau., p. 191; Thompson, Ann.
and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 24; Helix Zenobia corrugata,
Gray, Med. Rep., 1821, p. 239.
Shell thin, pellucid, of a rufous horn-colour; body large,
considerably inflated in the centre; spire small, subdepressed,
consisting of four or five very narrow volutions; aperture semi-
lunar, its breadth and length nearly equal; outer lip very thin,
but not reflected; columellar lip a little reflected over the very
minute perforation, instead of an umbilicus. Diameter about
three-eighths of an inch; its height seldom exceeding a quarter
of an inch.
Found in woody, damp situations, and is a very local and
scarce species in England. It has been met with generally
throughout Ireland, except in the King’s County. My friend
T. W. Warren, Esq., of Dublin, met with it at Kilruddery,
Wicklow; by Edward Wallen, Esq., at Altadawan, Tyrone; by
Miss Mary Ball, of Dublin, at Youngrove, near Youghal; by
the Rey. Benjamin J. Clarke at Monivea, Galway; by W. H.
Harvey, Esq. near Limerick; and in glens in the Belfast
mountains by William Thompson, Esq., of Belfast.
16. Hex tame tata, pl. XVIII, f. 47.
Helix lamellata, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 333; Thomp-
son, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 26; Helix Scarburgen-
sis, Turton, Man., p. 62, f. 48.
Shell trochiform, semipellucid, of a pale grayish horn-colour ;
body somewhat longer than the spire, which consists of five
MOLLUSCA. 47
gradually decreasing, well defined volutions, terminating in a
somewhat obtuse apex; outer lip thin; inner lip slightly re-
flected over the umbilicus; aperture sublunate, wider than long ;
base of the body tumid, generally of a paler colour than the
superior portion of the shell, and provided with a small, but
deep umbilicus; whole surface covered with an epidermis, which
rises into a series of longitudinal, lamellated processes. Dia-
meter about the tenth of an inch.
This species has somewhat the appearance of H. aculeata,
but may be distinguished by the lamellar epidermis not rising
into spinous processes, and in being more numerous; the spire
also is pyramidal, and not conical, as in H. aculeata ; the aper-
ture in the latter species is more elliptical and produced, than
in HZ. lamellata, and it is destitute of the internal marginal rib.
Mr. Thompson says, that both the animal and shell are of a
paler colour in the young, than in the adult state.
This interesting addition to our Fauna we owe to Mr. Bean,
of Scarborough.
It inhabits woody situations in Yorkshire and Northumber-
land. It has also been found to be widely distributed in
Treland, under decayed leaves of trees, in moss, and shady and
moist situations. Mr. Thompson first met with it in the Glen
at Holywood House, Downshire, and afterwards in many other
parts of the county, and also in Antrim; it occurs in the Glen
of Downs, Wicklow, La Bergerie, Queen’s County, by the
Rey. J. B. Clarke; and at Dunscombe Wood and Ballinhassig
Glen, near Cork, by the Rey. T. Hincks, of Cork.
17. Hetrx acuieara, pl. XVII, f. 1—First Ed., pl. 40,
falls
Helix aculeata, Miller, Verm., II, p. 81; Drapernaud, p. 82,
pl. 7, f. 10, 11; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 109; Ib.,
Trans. Newcastle Nat. Hist. Soc., I, p. 36; Thompson, Ann.
and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 25; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 262;
Gmelin, Linn. Syst., p. 3638; Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI,
p- 458; Helix spinulosa, Lightfoot, Phil. Trans. LXXVI, p.
166, pl. 2, f. 1 to 5; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 424, pl. 11, f.10;
Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 80; Turton, Man., p. 43, f. 33 ;
Ib., Brit. Fau., p. 190; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII,
p: 201; Teba spinulosa, Leach, Moll., p. 100.
Shell conical, globose, thin, subpellucid, of a brownish horn-
colour; body large; spire small, acute, consisting of four deeply
divided, inflated volutions; aperture semilunated, a little longer
than wide, internally provided with a white rib, with a rather
large and deep umbilicus; whole surface covered with an epi-
dermis, which rises into numerous, regular, somewhat longitudi-
nally oblique foliations, or strize, which rise into fine, flexible,
hair-like, spinous processes. Length and diameter about the
tenth of an inch.
This is rather a local species, inhabiting woods and shady
places, under stones and leaves, &c.
Bulstrode, Buckinghamshire; Lackham, Wiltshire; Kingsbridge,
Devonshire; Spetisbury, Dorsetshire; at Dovedale, Derbyshire ;
and the Dean, at Twizil, Northumberland; the Lomond Hills,
Fifeshire ; in the woods at Hopetoun, Linlithgowshire; and in
Ireland it is pretty generally diffused. It was met with plenti-
fully at Portmarnock, County of Dublin, by my friend T. W.
Warren, Esq., of Dublin; at Ben Bulben, County of Sligo, by
William Thompson, Esq., of Belfast ; and at Miltown Malbay,
by W. H. Harvey, Esq.
It has been found near
48 MOLLUSCA.
18. Herix GRranutara, pl. XVII, f. 8 and 13.—First Ed.,
pl. 40, f. 8 and 13.
Helix granulata, Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot. I, p. 1075
Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 8; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., VI, p. 26; Helix hispida, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 423 ;
Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 198; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VII, p. 79; Ib., Brit. An., p. 261; Brown, Ency. Brit.,
6th Ed., VI, p. 458; Ib., Wernerian Mem., II, p. 225; Turton,
Brit. Fau., p. 189; Helix sericea, Turton, Man., p. 38; Jeffreys,
Linn. Tr. XVI, p. 333 and 507; Helix globularis, Jeffreys,
Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 507; Teba hispida, Leach, Moll. p. 98.
Shell subglobose, subpellucid, thin, fragile, and of a pale yel-
lowish horn-colour ; body ventricose, about a third longer than
the spire, which consists of four rather tumid yolutions, well
defined by the sutural line, and terminating in a slightly obtuse
apex; base well rounded, and provided with a very small um-
bilicus; aperture semilunar, its width exceeding its length; outer
lip very thin, with a slight internal rib, apparent in the adult
condition only; pillar lip slightly reflected, at the angle, over
the umbilicus; whole surface covered with fine, close-set, short,
downy, whitish hairs, which, when removed, exhibits the mi-
nutely granulated, shagreen-like, glossy exterior of the shell.
Diameter a quarter of an inch.
This species is pretty generally spread over Great Britain.
It is found in Wiltshire, Devonshire, Lincolnshire, Cornwall,
Dorsetshire, and Northumberland ; and is plentiful among net-
tles in the King’s Park, at Edindurgh. In Ireland, I met with
it at Naas, County of Kildare, and near Downpatrick; Mr. W.
H. Harvey found it about Limerick and Ballitore; and Mr.
Humphreys found it at Belgrove, east of Cork. Professor
Forbes says it is common on the Isle of Man. Its habitat is in
moist, woody situations.
20. HeEtix rEvELATA, pl. XVII, f. 3, 4, 5—First Ed., pl-
40, f. 3, 4, 5.
Helix revelata, Férussac, Prod., p. 44; Michel, Compl., p.
27, pl. 15, f.6, 7,8; Deshayes, Lam. An. Sans. Vert., VIII,
p- 83. ny th
Shell subglobose, thin, subpellucid, of a pale yellowish-green
colour; body large; spire small, consisting of three moderately
raised volutions, ending in a subobtuse apex; base not much
raised, and provided with a narrow umbilicus; aperture sublu-
nate, very oblique, and rather rounded; outer lip thin, and
very slightly reflexed; pillar lip a little reflected over the um-
bilicus, and shewing only the base of the penultimate volution ;
surface covered with a few scattered grayish hairs, which, when
remoyed, reveal a slightly wrinkled exterior. Diameter about
a quarter of an inch.
Discovered by me on the Lomond Hills, Fifeshire, Scotland,
and named Vitrina membranacea in the first edition of this
work; it has since been met with by Professor Forbes in shady
places, among nettles, near Dolyle’s Monument, in Guernsey,
where it is not uncommon.
21. Hettx sericea, pl. XVIII, f. 43, 44.
Helix sericea, Miller, Verm. Hist., II, p. 60, No. 258; Dra-
pernaud, p. 103, pl. 7, f. 16, 17; Pfeiffer, I, p. 34, pl. 2, f. 175
Kenyon, Mag. Nat. Hist., I, p. 427, f.3; Alder, Mag. Zool.
and Bot., II, p. 107; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist.,
VI, p. 26; Rossmassler, Icon., VII, p. 2, pl. 31, f. 428, 429.
Shell subglobose, thin, diaphanous, subpellucid, and of a
[ TRACHELIPODA
reddish horn-colour, with a nearly obsolete, spiral girdle sur-
rounding the body volutions, producing a somewhat carinated
aspect ; body subdepressed, very tumid on the sides, consider-
ably longer than the spire, which consists of four moderately
rounded, gradually tapering volutions, terminating in a subob-
tuse apex; base not very prominent, with a rather small umbili-
cus; aperture sublunate, its length and width nearly equal;
outer lip thin, destitute of an internal rib; pillar lip a little
reflected over the umbilicus; whole shell covered with a brown
epidermis, beset with remote, rather elongated, recuryed, soft
hairs, which, when removed, exposes a slightly wrinkled exte-
rior. Diameter about a quarter of an inch.
Varieties are said to be found nearly white.
This species differs from H. hispida, in being thinner and
more globular in form, and in the umbilicus being smaller. It
will be known from the H. granulata, by being wrinkled, in-
stead of haying granulations.
Inhabits woody situations.
Mr. Alder, who first introduced this shell on the faith of
Baron de Férussac, gives no locality for it. Mr. Thompson
gives it as an Irish specimen, from Lagan, near Belfast, but
considers it as merely a variety of H. hispida.
22. HeEtix uispripa, pl. XVII, f. 40 and 46.—First Ed.,
pl. 40, f. 40 and 46.
Helix hispida, Miller, Verm., II, p. 73, No. 268; Draper-
naud, p. 103, pl. 7, f. 20, 21, 22; Gmelin, Linn. Syst., I, p.
3625, No. 42; Pfeiffer, I, p. 36, pl. 2, f. 20; Brard, p. 27, pl.
2, f.1; Turton, Man., p. 57, f.41; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XIII,
p- 338; Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 92, No. 100;
Rossmassler, VII, p. 2, pl. 31, f. 226, 227; Alder, Mag. Zool.
and Bot., II, p. 107; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist.,
VI, p. 27.
Shell subdepressed, subdiaphanous, of a brownish horn-
colour, frequently of a dark reddish-brown; body large, convex
on the sides, with a pale, central, transverse, subcarinated zone;
spire small, subdepressed, consisting ef three rather depressed
and not deeply defined volutions, with a blunt apex; base not
much produced, and with a deep, moderately-sized umbilicus ;
aperture moderate, subluniform, somewhat rounded; outer lip
even, with an internal rib ; pillar lip not reflected; whole exte-
rior covered with fine, close-set, bristly hairs, which are very
caducous, when these are removed the surface is slightly stri-
ated. Diameter a quarter of an inch; its length being hardly
so much.
This species is always hairy, and very flat above, even in the
youngest condition.
Not uncommon in many parts of Great Britain, and is widely
spread over Ireland. It is found under stones, decayed trees,
leaves, &c., both in dry and moist situations. Mr. Thompson
mentions a well marked variety, which he found in the North
of Ireland, where it is the most common form. It is larger,
more depressed, and with a more ample umbilicus, than the
ordinary form.
23. Hetix concinna, pl. XVIII, f. 45, 46.
Helix concinna, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XIII, p. 337; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., H, p. 107; Thompson, Ann, and Mag.
Nat. Hist., VI, p. 27; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 8; Helix depilata,
Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 107; Helix circinnata, Fé-
russac, Prod., No. 268.
INVOLUTE. |
Shell subdepressed, reddish-brown; body volution large, with
a slight carina round its centre; spire small, abruptly tapering,
consisting of four well defined, but depressed volutions, ter-
minating in a subacute apex; aperture sublunate and roundish,
its width somewhat more than its length; outer lip thin, even,
with an internal rib; pillar lip with a slight reflection over the
umbilicus, which is broad; exterior covered with rather remote,
scattered, irregular, decidous, whitish hairs, which are more
plentiful near the suture of the spire, and around the umbilicus,
beneath which it is concentrically grooved. Diameter upwards
of three-eighths of an inch; length not quite so much.
This species is nearly allied to H. hispida, but somewhat
larger, with a wider umbilicus, the hairs considerably more dis-
tant, and is generally more convex.
The H. concinna is widely spread all over England and
Ireland. Its habitat is in dry situations, under stones and
among nettles.
24. Hexix pepixara, pl. XVIII, f. 47, 48.
Helix depilata, Pfeiffer, I, p. 35, pl. 2, f. 18; Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., II, p. 107.
Shell subglobose, depressed, concentrically grooved, and of a
pale yellowish-brown; body very large; spire small, consisting
of four volutions, terminating in a sharp point; base rather flat,
provided with a pretty large umbilicus; aperture lunate ; outer
lip white, and thickened. Diameter not three-eighths of an
inch; length a quarter of an inch.
This species is bald in all its stages from the young to the
adult condition. It is somewhat like A. concinna, but is con-
siderably smaller.
Inhabits moist situations, under hedges, &c.
Sub-Genus 5 —Heriomanes.—Ferussac.
Subglobose, umbilicated ; peristome not reflected 3 epidermis
thin ; epiphragm membranaeous.
25. Hexix vireata, pl. XVII, f. 42, 43, 44.—First Ed.,
pl. 40, f. 42, 43, 44.
Helix virgata, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 415, pl. 24, f. 1;
Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 79; Ib., Brit. An., p. 261;
Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 524; Matdn and Rackett, Linn.
Tr., VIII, p. 195; Turton, Man., p. 40, f.31; Thompson, Ann.
and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 28; Helix zonaria, Pennant, Brit.
Zool., IV, p. 137, pl. 85, f. 133; Donovan, Brit. Sh., pl. 65;
Helix variabilis, Drapernaud, p. 84, pl. 5, f. 11, 12; Lamarck,
An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 83; Rossmassler, Icon., VI, p.
31, pl. 26, f. 356, a to f; Férussac, Journ. Phys., p. 297; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 109; Helix striata, Brard, p. 36,
pl. 2, f..5, 6; Teba virgata, Leach, Moll. p. 93.
Shell subglobose, subpellucid; body large; spire small, con-
sisting of five considerably inflated volutions, deeply defined by
the sutural line; aperture sublunated, longer than wide, of a
pale purplish-brown internally, inside with a narrow, white,
thread-like elevation; outer lip thin, but not reflected; pillar
lip slightly reflexed over the umbilicus; whole surface white,
tinged with pale pink, usually with a dark purplish-brown zone
round the centre of the body, continuing spirally at the base
of the volutions of the spire, until it reaches the apex ; base
of the body generally with three or four concentric lines of
the same dark colour; these in some instances are confluent,
N
MOLLUSCA. 49
the intervening colourless parts appearing in spots; others are
provided with two or three broader circular bands at the base,
none of which, however, run close to the umbilicus, which is
only of moderate size, but deep. Ordinary diameter three-
eighths of an inch; but is frequently met with three-quarters
of an inch.
This shell is subject to great variety in colour, and also in
the number and disposition of its bands and markings; one of
which is of a dark chocolate-brown, with a white central band
round the body; sometimes it is pure white, and destitute of
bands, while in other white specimens the zones are quite dis-
tinct and transparent; the apex for the most part is black. A
beautiful variety is of a pale flesh-colour, with a white central
band.
We met with a /usus of this species (pl. XVII, f. 41 and 45)
at Farbane, King’s County, Ireland, with the volutions of the
spire subscalariform, and the whole surface of a uniform red-
dish-brown colour, with a white band round the centre of the
body, and continuing round the base of the volutions of the
spire; and the apicial volutions rather obtuse.
The #. virgata is a local species both in England and Ire-
land, but most plentiful where it occurs. It does not appear to
extend further north than the central counties of England. In
Ireland, I met with it plentifully in the King’s County, Queen’s
County, and Kildare.
and beautiful specimens.
At Ballinakill, I found some very large
My esteemed friend T. W. Warren,
Esq., of Dublin, possesses the most beautiful and varied series
of this shell, which any collection can boast of.
habitat of this species is dry, sandy situations.
It has been remarked, that this shell never associates with
the HZ. eriectorum.
26. Hexix caperara, pl. XVII, f. 37 and 39.
Helix caperata, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 430, pl. 11, f. 11;
Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 188; Ib., Man., p. 42, f. 32; Maton and
Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 196; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II,
p- 536; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 80; Ib., Brit. An., p.
262; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XIII, p. 334; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p.
8; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 29; Helix
striata, Drapernaud, p. 106, pl. 6, f. 18 to 21; Lamarck, An.
San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 93; Rossmassler, V, p. 28, pl. 26, f.
354; Helix intersecta, Brard, p. 39, pl. 2, f. 7.
Shell subpellucid, subdepressed ; spire with five flattened vo-
lutions, and terminating in a somewhat obtuse, nearly black
apex ; body provided with a subcarinated belt round its centre,
the base with a large and deep umbilicus; aperture semilunar ;
outer and inner lips thin, the latter not reflected over the um-
bilicus; generally of an ash-colour, or yellowish, and entirely
The favourite
covered with strong, regular, close-set, longitudinal strie; supe-
rior portion of the body usually provided with a brown spiral
band, which is continuous on the base of the volutions of the
spire; base generally with several concentric, dark brown bands,
which are interrupted at intervals, producing a catinated, or
spotted appearance; sometimes the fascia are confluent, and
spotted with white. Diameter at the base generally about
three-eighths of an inch; height about a quarter.
This species is liable to considerable variation in colour and
markings, and even in size. Some are of a brownish ash-colour,
gray, or cream-colour; others are dark brown, with a white,
subcarinated band round the body; but most of them have a
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faint indication of spiral bands. Colonel Montagu observes,
that “in shape it is a medium between Helix virgata and
radiata ; it is not so produced as the former, nor so flat as the
latter ; in the bands, or fasciz, at the base it somewhat resem-
bles the first, and in being strongly striated is like the last.”
This is a local species, and has been found in Wiltshire,
South Devonshire, Cornwall, and Cumberland. It is plentiful
in the neighbourhood of the Old Quarry, back of and also at
the base of the cliffs in front of Salisbury Crags, at Edinburgh.
I found it plentifully on mud walls at Naas, County of Kildare.
Thompson says, it seems to prevail only in the “southern half
of the island, and is plentiful where it does occur.” He par-
ticularises Glanmire, near Cork, by W. H. Harvey, Esq.; Kilkee
Castle, near Ballitore, County of Kildare, La Bergerie, Queen’s
County, by Mr. Patterson, of Belfast; and at Kingstown, near
Dublin, by 'T. W. Warren, Esq.
27. Hexix pisana, pl. XVII, f. 27, 29, 33, 35, 38, and
58.—First Ed., pl. 40, f. 27, 29, 33, 35, 38, and 58.
Helix pisana, Miller, Verm., II, p. 60, No. 255; Lamarck,
An. San. Vert., pt. 2nd, p. 82; Rossmassler, V, VI, p. 34, pl.
26, f. 259, a, b, c, ds; Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 459;
Fleming, Brit. An., p. 259; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., I, p.
109; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 28; Helix
cingenda, Montagu, Test. Brit. p. 418, pl. 24, f. 4; Maton and
Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 195, pl. 5, f.6; Turton, Brit. Fau.,
p- 188; Ib., Man., p. 39, f. 30; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XIII, p.
333; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 79; Phillippi, Enum. Moll.
Sic., p. 131, No. 22; Helix albana, Miller, Verm., II, p. 25,
No. 226; Helix zonaria, Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 137, pl.
85, f. 133; Helix rhodostoma, Drapernaud, p. 86, pl. 5, f. 13,
14, 15; Teba cingenda, Leach, Moll., p. 92.
Shell subpellucid, subglobose ; body large; spire small, con-
sisting of four volutions, the three superior ones but little
elevated above the others, and terminating in an obtuse, de-
pressed apex; body volution somewhat angulated, or flattened
above ; base well rounded, with a narrow and deep umbilicus ;
aperture semilunar, somewhat longer than wide; outer lip thin,
as well as the pillar lip, which is abruptly reflected half over the
umbilicus ; whole surface of a cream-white, or yellowish, with
several spiral bands of chestnut, or purplish-brown ; sometimes
these are interrupted, forming short, longitudinal, streaks or
dots; base generally provided with one broad concentric band,
at a little distance from the umbilicus, but with two in some
specimens; near the aperture the colour is more or less roseate;
apex defined by a black spiral line. Diameter generally three-
quarters of an inch; length half an inch. But is subject to a
considerable difference in size.
Fig. 32 and 36, the young shell.
A variety of this species is met with quite plain, and in some
specimens with only a few faint zones on the body.
This species bears a considerable similitude to H. virgata,
but it is larger and broader, with a more depressed apex.
This is one of the rarest, and most beautiful of our land
shells; Montagu found it on the south of Tenby, close to the
sea shore, and also on the west of that place. The Rev. Thos.
Rackett found it at St. Ives, Cornwall, and was first discovered
in Ireland, near Balbriggan, on the County of Meath side of
the stream that divides that county from Dublin, by my friend
M. J. O’Kelly, Esq., of Rochestown House, County of Dublin;
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Thos. Wm. Warren, Esq., of Dublin, afterwards found it in the
same locality. Mr. Humphreys detected it on the north side
of the river Boyne, near Drogheda.
28. Hewrx ERicirorvum, pl. XVII, f. 21, 23, and 34.—
First Ed., pl. 40, f. 21, 23, and 34.
Helix ericitorum, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 233, No. 236; La-
marck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 84; Montagu, Test. Brit.,
p: 436; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 80; Ib., Brit. An., p.
260; Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., p. 459; Ib., Wernerian
Mem., II, p. 524; Donovan, Brit. Sh., pl. 151, f. 2; Maton and
Rackett, Linn. Tr. VII, p. 194; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot.,
II, p. 109; Rossmassler, I, p. 67, pl. 1, f. 17; Forbes, Mal.
Mon., p. 8; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 30;
Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 188; Ib. Man., p. 54, f. 37; Brard, p.
45, pl.2, £8; Helia cespitum, Drapernaud, p. 109, pl. 6, f. 165
Pfeiffer, I, p. 39, pl. 2, f. 24, 25 ; Helix erica, Da Costa, Brit.
Conch., p. 53, pl. 54, f. 8; Helix albella, Pennant, Brit. Zool.,
IV, p. 132, pl. 85, f. 122; Zonites ericitorwm, Leach, Moll., p.
163.
Shell depressed, and subpellucid; body very large; spire very
short, consisting of five much depressed volutions, but little
elevated above the body, which is remarkably inflated; base
furnished with a very large and deep umbilicus, which exposes,
internally, nearly half of the breadth of the volutions of the
spire; aperture rather longer than wide, sublunated, or nearly
circular ; outer lip thin, reflected, nearly uniting all round, ex-
cept where it is interrupted by the body on the columella;
whole surface covered with longitudinal, slightly concentric
wrinkles; colour yellowish-white, or grayish-brown; the supe-
rior portion of the body generally furnished with a brown band
on its upper part, which is continuous at the base of the volu-
tions of the spire, and defining their division; base of the body
well rounded, and usually with one nearly central, concentric,
broad, dark brown band, and several narrower paler ones on
Diameter
three-quarters of an inch, and sometimes more ; height a little
more than a quarter.
each side, varying from one to five in number.
This species is subject to considerable variations in its
colouration ; sometimes quite white, which was considered by
Hartmann as a distintt species, and described under the name
of H. obliterata ; sometimes the bands are continuous, and at
others interrupted in a catinated manner. It is also liable to
vary in size; in some instances little more than half the dimen-
sions of our figures. Mr. Jeffreys, in the Linnzan Transactions,
XIII, p. 339, describes a variety found in Iona, one of the
Western Islands of Scotland, which has a more produced spire
than the ordinary form.
Helix elegans, Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 528, pl. 24,
f.9; Carocolla elegans, Brown, |st Ed., pl. 40, f. 28; Helix
disjuncta, Turton, Conch. Dict., p. 61, f. 63.
This remarkable /usus, pl. XVII, f. 28, was found near
Golden Bridge, Dublin, by Mr. Edward Stephens, and is in the
cabinet of my old and respected friend M. J. O’Kelly, Esq., of
Rochestown House, County of Dublin, where I again saw it in
August, 1841.
The H. ericitorum is a widely diffused species throughout
the South of England and the Isle of Man, and appears to
abound all over Ireland and its adjacent islands.
resort seems to be the marine sand banks around the coast, and
A favourite
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is also common in many inland situations. Mr. Thompson
mentions haying found a specimen nine lines in circumference
at Portarlington, where I likewise met with large and beautiful
specimens. Thompson also adds, “As an exception to the
more ordinary places of its occurrence, may be mentioned the
ruins of Dunluce Castle, situated on the summit of an insu-
lated mass of rocks, considerably elevated above the sea.”
Sub-Genus 6.—VerricirraT=.—Ferussac.
Shells striated, and varied in colour.
29. Hex rorunpata, pl. XVII, f. 14, 18, 19, 20, and
24.—First Ed., pl. 40, f. 14, 18, 19, 20, and 24.
Helix rotundata, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 29, No. 231; Dra-
pernaud, p. 114, pl. 8, f. 4; Brard, p. 51, pl. 2, f. 10, 115
Pfeiffer, I, p. 44, pl. 2, f. 33, 34; Rossmassier, VII, p. 13, pl.
32, f. 454; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 263; Alder, Mag. Zool. and
Bot., II, p. 109; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XIII, p. 342; Forbes,
Mal. Mon., p. 8; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p.
30; Helix radiata, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 432, pl. 24, f. 35
Da Costa, Brit. Conch., p. 57, pl. 4, f. 15, 16; Brown, Wer-
nerian Mem., II, p. 525; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 80;
Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 199; Turton, Man., p.
59; Zonites radiatus, Leach, Moll. p. 102.
Variety 1. Spire depressed.
Helix Turtoni, Fleming, Brit. An. p. 260; Helix albella,
Nilsson, p. 30.
Variety 2, pl. XVII, f. 14 and 20. Pale, nearly colourless,
semitransparent, and destitute of rays.
Shell with the spire depressed, consisting of five rather flat-
tened, but well defined volutions; body rounded, with a sub-
carinated zone round its centre; base convex, with a very large
and deep umbilicus, exhibiting all the superior yolutions inter-
nally; aperture semilunar; outer lip thin, and not reflected;
whole surface of a light brown colour, and diagonally rayed
with chestnut ; and with strong, longitudinally oblique, regular,
close-set striz. Diameter a little more than a quarter of an
inch.
This shell is found all over Great Britain and Ireland, on old
walls, dry mud banks, and under stones in woody situations.
Mr. ‘Thompson mentions having found a specimen at Shane’s
Castle Park, County of Antrim, whose height and diameter
were equal, and procured two of the crystalline variety at
Holywood House, County of Down.
30. Heix pyemma, pl. XVIII, f. 48, 49.
Helix pygme@a, Drapernaud, p. 114, pl. 8, f. 8, 9, 10, No.
51; Feérussac, Prod., No. 200; Gray, Med. Rep., 1821, p. 239;
Turton, Man., p. 61, f. 46, No. 46; Pfeiffer, ITI, p. 21, pl. 4,
f. 20, 21; Nilsson, Sacc., p. 32; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p.
343; Rossmassler, VIII, p. 37, pl. 39, f. 532; Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., I, p. 109; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., VI, p. 31; Helix Kirbii, Sheppard, Linn. Trans, XVI,
p- 162; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XIII, p. 512.
Shell subdiaphanous, with the body large; spire very small,
consisting of three rapidly, well defined, diminishing yolutions,
terminating in a subobtuse apex; aperture roundish, subluni-
form, width and length equal; outer lip thin, but not reflected;
of a horn-colour, with very slight longitudinal strie ; umbilicus
MOLLUSCA. 51
rather large; base rounded. Diameter about the fifteenth of
an inch.
A local species in Britain, inhabiting shaded and moist locali-
ties, lurking under stones and fallen leaves, and has been met
with near Clare, in Suffolk; at Devizes, Wiltshire; and near
Wylam and at Twizil House, Northumberland. We found it
in Rosslyn Glen, County of Mid Lothian, and Thompson says
it locates at Ballantrae, Ayrshire. Mr. Thompson informs us
that it is “indigenous to the more northern two-thirds of Ire-
land, from east to west.” He particularises the Counties of
Down, Antrim, Clare, and Queen’s County.
It differs from the following species, in being more depressed
and transparent.
31. Hetix umsiuicara, pl. XVII, f. 30, 31—First Ed.,
pl. 40, f. 30, 31.
Helix wmbilicata, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 434, pl. 13, f. 2;
Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 20; Fleming, Brit.
An., p. 262; Ib., Ency. Brit., VII, p. 80; Brown, Ency. Brit.,
6th Ed., VI, p. 458; Ib., Wernerian Mem., II, p. 525; Tur-
ton, Brit. Fau., p. 189; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist.,
VI, p. 31; Helix rupestris, Drapernaud, p. 82, pl. 8, f. 7, 8, 95
Férussac, Prod., No. 201, pl. 80, f. 2, 3; Pfeifier, III, p. 22,
pl. 4, f. 22; Turton, Man., p. 60, f. 45; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p.
8; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., Il, p. 109, No. 30; Zonites
rupestris, Leach, Moll., p. 103.
Shell subpellucid, of a dark burnt umber-brown colour; body
large; spire of medium length, consisting of four much inflated
volutions, deeply divided by the sutural line, and terminating in
a moderately produced apex; whole shell covered by very fine,
longitudinal striz ; aperture nearly circular; outer lip thin, and
not reflected ; base rounded and inflated, with a very large and
deep umbilicus, exposing the inside of the volutions of the
spire. Diameter at the base one-tenth of an inch; height not
quite so much.
This shell has much the aspect of the preceding, but will be
readily recognised by its superior size, being a third larger than
that of the latter. It is rather local in Britain. It frequents
high rocky situations, lurking in crevices, of dry and old walls,
and under stones. Montagu says, “it is remarkable that this
shell always affects such lofty places as the tops of houses, with-
out one being found near the base; and in that situation its
inhabitant braves equally the scorching beams of the sun in
summer, and the frigid winds of winter, without attempting to
descend.” Thompson remarks that it is generally distributed
throughout the southern three-fourths of Ireland, more parti-
cularly over the great limestone belt which traverses the coun-
try. I met with it first in Ireland, in the crevices of a mossy
stone, at Clonooney Barracks, King’s County. Forbes gives its
habitat on walls, near Douglas, Isle of Man.
Sub-Genus 7—Hyarinx—Feérussac.
Shell diaphanous, glabrous, hyaline, and shining.
32. Heix cerraria, pl. XVI, f. 59, 60.—First Ed., pl.
40, f. 59, 60.
Helix cellaria, Miller, Verm., II, p. 28, No. 280; Lamarck,
An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 91, No. 96; Pfeiffer, I, p. 42,
pl. 2, f. 29, 30; Rossmassler, I, p. 70, pl. 1, f. 22; Ib., VII,
52 ‘
p: 36, pl. 39, £5275; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., I, p. 108,
No. 22; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 10; Thompson, Ann. and Mag.
Nat. Hist., VI, p. 32; Helix nitida, Drapernaud, p. 117, pl. 3,
f. 23, 24, 25; Brard, p. 34, pl. 2, f. 3, 4; Brown, Ency. Brit.,
6th Ed., VI, p. 458; Helia nitens, Maton and Rackett, Linn.
Tr., VII, p. 198, pl. 5, f. 7; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p.
525; Helix lucida, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 425, pl. 23, f. 45
Turton, Man., p. 56, pl. 4, f. 40; Zonites lucida, Leach, Moll.,
p- 10.
Shell thin, smooth, glossy, and pellucid, of a yellowish-green
horn-colour ; body very wide, but short; spire small, much
depressed, and yery little elevated above the body, consisting
of four yolutions, not deeply divided, but well defined by the
sutural line, terminating in a blunted apex; base not much
rounded, furnished with a moderately large and very deep um-
bilicus, and of a paler colour than the superior portion; aper-
ture luniform, compressed, oblique, its length and width equal ;
outer lip thin, and not at all reflected. Varying in diameter
from half an inch to three-quarters.
This species is almost universally diffused throughout Great
Britain and Ireland. Its habitat is variable, sometimes being
found in cellars,—hence its name,—and at other times lurking
under stones on the sides of roads, or in meadows and fields,
T. W. Warren, Esq., of Dub-
lin, possesses some very large specimens, measuring seven lines
and a half in diameter, which he found in drains within the
City of Dublin.
33. Hexix auiaria, pl. XVII, f. 48 and 52.—First Ed.,
pl. 40, f. 48 and 52.
Helix alliaria, Miller, Ann. Phil. N. S., VII, p. 379; Tur-
ton, Man., p. 56, f. 39; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 108;
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 32; Heli nitens,
Sheppard, Linn. Trans. XVI, p. 160; Helia feteda, Stark,
Elem. Nat. Hist., I, p. 59; Helix alliacea, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr.,
XIII, p. 341 and 511.
Variety 1.
Helix glabra, Studer; Férussac, Prod., No. 215; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 108; Rossmassler, VIII, p- 36, pl.
39, f. 528.
Variety 2.
and always in damp situations.
Larger.
Greenish-white, and very transparent.
Shell almost smooth, thin, very glossy, transparent, yellowish
or a greenish horn-colour; body large, slightly produced on the
sides; spire small, consisting of three nearly depressed, but
deeply divided volutions; base a little rounded, and whitish;
aperture sublunate and suboblique, clasping about two-thirds of
the body; whole surface covered with nearly obsolete, longitu-
dinal wrinkles, which are only visible by the aid of a strong
lens; umbilicus large and deep. Diameter a quarter of an
inch; height about half its circumference.
This species has much the aspect of H. cellaria, but is only
about a third of the size; it is much more glossy and trans-
parent than either the H. cellaria or nitidula, the aperture is
less oblique than either, and the umbilicus larger. When alive,
it has a fetid smell, somewhat resembling garlic.
Its habitat is i woods and shaded places, under decayed
leaves, &c.; and on wet banks, among mosses and jungerman-
nie.
This species is met with in all parts of Britain; and is plen-
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tiful near Lancaster, the neighbourhood of Durham, and Gis-
borne Park, Yorkshire; near Edinburgh, and in Fifeshire,
Scotland. Jeffreys says he found it so far north as Lerwick,
in Shetland, near the sea shore under stones. Mr. Thompson
says that it occurs in Ireland, from the exposed sea shore to the
mountain side, and in shaded situations in woods. ‘The green
variety is the most common in Ireland, as well as in Scotland.
34. Hevix nitipua, pl. XVIII,* f. 1, 2.
Helix nitidula, Drapernaud, p. 117, pl. 8, f. 21, 22; Gray,
Med. Rep., 1821, p. 239; Sheppard, Linn. Trans., XIV, p.
160; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XIII, p. 340; Alder, Cat., p. 134, f.
49; Ib., Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 107; Thompson, Ann. and
Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 32.
Variety 1. Helix Helmii, Gilbertson, MSS.; Alder, Local.
Cat., p. 107. :
Shell subpellucid; consisting of four and a half yolutions, the
whole much depressed, those of the spire but little raised, and
defined by a very slender line, the body one rounded at the
sides; apex obtuse; base a little concave, with a large and deep
umbilicus, exposing the lower volutions of the spire internally ;
aperture semilunar; whole surface with rather strong, longitu-
dinal wrinkles; of a dull yellowish-brown above, the base more
glabrous, except close around the umbilicus, where it is opaque
and whitish. Diameter about three-tenths of an inch.
It differs from H. cellaria in being a little more convex
above, and somewhat more concave below.
above is also a well marked character.
Its dull aspect
The opaque white be-
low is not so much spread as in the former species.
Found under stones, at the sides of hedges, in England,
where it is rather local, and in Ireland, where it is generally
diffused, Mr. Thompson gives its habitat “among mosses, in
glens and sheltered places ;” and adds, “from two localities in
this country (Ireland), I have seen Helices of crystalline trans-
parency, and in form intermediate between H. nitidula and H.
alliaria.”
35. Hewix tucrpa, pl. XVIII,* f. 3, 4.
Helix lucida, Drapernaud, p. 103, pl. 8, f. 11, 12; Pfeiffer,
I, p. 35, pl. 2, f. 18; Von Alten, S. 72, pl. 8, f. 15; Thomp-
son, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 33; Alder, Mag. Zool.
and Bot., II, p. 107; Turton, Man., p. 56, pl. 5, f. 38; Brard,
p- 34, pl. 2, f.3, 45; Helia nitida, Gray, Med. Rep., 1821, p.
239.
Shell dark chocolate-colour when the inhabitant is alive, and
of a dark horn-colour when extracted, subdepressed; spire
slightly elevated, consisting of four volutions, finely striated
longitudinally ; base a little produced, with a large umbilicus, in
which the second yolution is visible; aperture subrotund. Dia-
meter about a quarter of an inch.
This species may be confounded with its congeners, but will
be distinguished from H. nitidula, cellaria, and alliaria, by its
greater convexity, its more regular striz, darker colour, and in
being devoid of the opaque whitish aspect of its base.
This is a rare and local species. It has been met with near
Wolverhampton; Tenby, Wales; in the neighbourhood of
Shrewsbury, and near Neweastle-upon-Tyne. Mr. Thompson
remarks that it appears to be rare in Ireland, as well as in
England. He gives as localities, in the rejectamenta of the
rivers Lagan and Blackwater, near Belfast; also near Portar-
lington and Finnoe, north of ‘Tipperary.
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36. Hexix rapriatuta, pl. XVIII,* f. 5, 6.
Helix vadiatula, Alder, Cat., p. 12, No. 50; Ib., Mag. Zool.
and Bot., II, p. 107; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XII, p.511; Thomp-
son, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 33; Helix striatula,
Gray, Med. Rep., 1821, p. 239; Helix brevipes, Turton, Man.,
p- 65, pl. 5, f. 50.
Shell pellucid, diaphanous, horn-coloured, depressed; spire
but little elevated above the body volution, and consisting of
three volutions, which are particularly flat at their junction ;
body large, in proportion to the spire; upper parts covered
with regular, continuous, longitudinal strie, and producing a
radiated appearance; base smooth, with a moderately sized
umbilicus. This is an exceedingly minute species, its diameter
hardly exceeding the twentieth of an inch.
Its habitat is in wet mossy ditches, and in damp wooded
localities.
Distinguished from the young of H. zonites, by the great
flatness of the volutions at their lower side, and by the strie
being more regular and decided.
This shell occurs in many parts of Britain. Mr. Thompson
gives as localities, Dovedale, Derbyshire; the Falls of Clyde,
Lanarkshire; and Ballantrae, Ayrshire; and in Ireland, he says
it is widely distributed, namely, Londonderry, near Dublin,
Downshire, Antrim, Tyrone, Cork, and Queen’s County.
37. He ix crysTaALuina, pl. XVIII,* f. 7, 8.
Helix crystallina, Miller, Verm., II, p. 23, No. 223; Pfeiffer,
I, p. 46, pl. 2, f. 36; Drapernaud, p. 118, pl. 8, f. 13 to 28;
Gray, Med. Rep., 1821, p. 239; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot.,
II, p. 108; Turton, Man., p. 58, f. 42; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr.,
XIII, p. 341 and 511; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist.,
VI, p. 34; Rossmassler, VIII, p. 37, pl. 39, f. 531, var. ;
Helix vitrea, Brown, Edin. Journ. Nat. and Geo. Science, I,
p- 12, pl. 1, f. 12, 13, 14; Zonites crystallinus, Leach, Moll.,
p- 105.
Shell thin, depressed, of a very glossy, crystalline, greenish-
white colour; spire with five well defined, gradually decreasing
volutions, terminating in an extremely small, hardly-raised
apex; base of the shell a little convex, provided with a small,
but deep umbilicus; aperture semi-lunate, and enveloping the
body. Diameter three-sixteenths of an inch.
This species may at once be distinguished from its con-
geners, by its extremely glass-like aspect, the number of its
volutions, and in the body one being but little thicker than the
lower volution of the spire.
The H. crystallina is not uncommon in many parts of Eng-
Jand. It was first found in Scotland by my esteemed friend
James Gerard, Esq., who detected it in an old wall at Corstor-
phine Hill, near Edinburgh; where I afterwards found it.
Thompson says it is generally distributed in Ireland, occurring
in moss, under stones, and upon decaying wood, beth in wet
and dry situations. He adds, “Some adult specimens which I
have collected have had but three and a half volutions, instead
of four and a half or five, the ordinary number.” I have great
doubts of these last mentioned being really the H. erystallina,
as one of its strongest characters is, the number of its volutions,
in which it is only equalled by the following species.
38. Hewix excavata, pl. XVIII,* f. 9, 10.
Helix excavata, Bean; Alder, Cat., p. 13, No. 53; Ib., Mag.
Zool. and Bot., II, p. 107; Thompson, Aun. and Mag. Nat.
Oo
MOLLUSCA. 53
Hist., VI, p. 34; Helix lucida, var., Turton, Man., p. 57, pl.
4, £.39; Helix nitida, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XIII, p. 339 and
511.
Shell subglobose, transparent, diaphanous, shining, yellowish
horn-coloured, and covered with longitudinal, irregular wrin-
kles; body very large; spire subdepressed, small, consisting of
four or five well rounded, close-set volutions, terminating in an
obtuse apex; base considerably inflated, and provided with a
large and deep umbilicus, in which may be seen the inside of
the volutions, nearly to the apicial one; aperture slightly lunate,
or nearly round. Diameter about a quarter of an inch.
Discovered near Scarborough by Mr. Bean, and has been
found by Mr. Alder in Northumberland; and Thompson says
he has seen but one Irish specimen, which was procured at
Dunscombe Wood, near Cork, by Miss King, of Cork.
Its favourite habitat is timber which has been cut down, and
under decayed wood.
39. HeE.ix pura, pl. XVIII,* f. 11, 12.
Helix pura, Alder, Cat., No. 46; Ib., Mag. Zool. and Bot.,
II, p. 108; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 32;
Turton, Man., p. 59, the description only; Helix nitidula, var.
B, Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XIII, p. 511.
Variety 1. Shell pale horn-coloured. Alder, Mag. Zool.
and Bot., I, p. 108.
Shell nearly white, depressed, somewhat pellucid, and glossy,
a little striated, or wrinkled; body large; spire small, with three
volutions, placed somewhat oblique; base considerably flattened,
provided with a large and deep umbilicus; base never opaque.
Diameter between a fifth and sixth of an inch.
This shell differs from H. crystallina in being larger, more
convex, and less glossy; the yolutions are not so closely set,
the body somewhat larger in proportion to the spire, with a
larger umbilicus, and especially in the fine, regular strix, of
which the H. crystallina is destitute.
Found near Newcastle-upon-Tyne by Joshua Alder, Esq.,
and as far as is known, rather a local species in England; in
Ireland, according to Thompson, it is rather widely spread ;
its usual habitat being among moss, in sheltered situations. I
found it near Cabinteely, County of Dublin. The yellowish
horn-coloured variety is most commonly met with.
Sub-Genus 8.— Trigonostoua.— Ferussac.
Shell subdiscoidal ; apex depressed ; base umbilicated ; aper-
ture trigonal; outer lip denticulated ; epidermis for the most
part hispid.
40. HeExix opvoiura, pl. XVIII,* f. 13, 14.
Helix obvoluta, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 24; Helix holosericea,
Drapernaud, p. 112, pl. 7, f. 27 and 29; Brard, p. 62, pl. 2, f.
16, 17; Pfeiffer, I, p. 41, pl. 2, f. 28; Rossmassler, I, p. 70,
pl. 1, f. 21; Férussac, Prod., p. 38, No. 107; Lindsay, Linn.
Trans., XVI, p. 765.
Shell reddish-brown, planorbiform, depressed both above and
below, and largely umbilicated; spire concave, and consisting of
five narrow volutions; aperture triangular; the outer lip re-
flexed, pale red, and provided internally with a small, blunted
tooth. Diameter five-eighths of an inch.
54 MOLLUSCA.
Discovered by Dr. James Lindsay in Ditcham Wood, near
Brenton, Hampshire, where he collected about twenty speci-
mens. Its habitat is among moss at the roots of trees. As
this shell is a well known continental species, and haying been
found in one locality only, it is probable that it has been intro-
duced among plants.
41. Hevix marcariracga, pl. XVII, f. 54, 55, 56.—First
Ed., pl. 40, f. 54, 55, 56.
Shell depressed both above and below, very thin and hyaline;
spire hardly elevated above the body, and consisting of three
pretty well rounded and rapidly decreasing volutions ; sides of
the body inflated, and rather thick in proportion to its size;
base rounded, and provided with a small and shallow umbilicus;
aperture suborbicular, with a very thin outer lip; whole surface
of a pearly white, exhibiting iridescent reflections. Diameter
an eighth of an inch.
Discovered by James Gerard, Esq., on an old wall at Cor-
storphine Hill, near Edinburgh.
ORDER III—GASTEROPODA.
Animals with straight bodies, never spiral, nor totally en-
veloped in their shell; the foot, or disc, situated under the
belly, united to the body nearly its whole length, and serving
as an organ of locomotion.
Division IL—PNEUMOBRANCHIZ.
Branchiz in the form of a vascular net, or the wall of a par-
ticular cavity, opening by a hole which the animal contracts or
dilates at pleasure. The animals respire air.
Famity I.—LimacinEa.
Animals almost wholly naked, with elongated bodies, creep-
ing by means of a ventral disc, with a narrow mantle bordering
their sides.
Genus 1.—Virrina.—Drapernaud.
Shell oblong, thin, transparent, fragile, and glassy; spire
short, depressed, with seldom more than three, rapidly increas-
ing volutions; body large; aperture very ample, its width being
generally greater than its length, and somewhat oblong; margin
of the outer lip thin; columellar side deeply emarginate by the
body; columella merely a simple spiral line.
1. Virrina pEtLucipA, pl. XVII, f. 6,7, and 12.—First
Ed., pl. 40, f. 6, 7, and 12.
Vitrina pellucida, Drapernaud, p. 119, pl. 8, f. 34-to 37;
Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 53; Fleming, Brit.
An., p- 2673; Ib., Phil. Zool., II, p. 459, pl. 4, £13; Turton,
Man., p. 31, f..21; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 105;
Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 7; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., VI, p.19; Vitrina Dillwynii, depressa, and diaphana,
Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 326; Vitrina Miilleri, Jeffreys,
Linn. Tr., XV, p. 326; Vitrina Drapernaudi, Leach, Moll.,
p- 80; Jeffreys, Linn. Tr., XVI, p. 326; Vitrina beryllina,
[GAsTEROPODA
Pfeiffer, p. 47, pl. 3, f. 1; Vitrina elongata, Turton, Man., p.
31, f.22; Helix pellucida, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 16; Pennant,
Brit. Zool., IV, p. 138, No. 134; Helix elliptica, Brown, Wer-
nerian Mem., II, p. 525, pl. 24, f. 8; Helicolimax pellucidus,
Ferussae, Hist. Moll., pl. 9, f. 6.
Shell elliptical, subdepressed, very thin, of a pale yellowish-
green colour, hyaline, and extremely glossy ; body very large,
oblique; spire very small, and consisting of two volutions,
which rise but little above the body, and terminate in an obtuse
apex, well defined by a striated sutural line, discoverable only
by the aid of a lens; aperture oval, and very large, interrupted
above by the superior portion of the body; outer lip thin, fre-
quently with a pale brown margin; pillar lip slightly reflected,
and a little concave above.
Subject to some variety both in form and colour; but all I
have seen are only entitled to rank as one species.
This species is found in all localities; for I have met with it
in very moist situations, among decayed leaves, under stones,
&c., and I have procured specimens near the summit of
Arthur’s Seat, at Edinburgh, eight hundred feet above the
level of the sea. It prevails all over Ireland, and Thompson
has found it in high mountain localities.
I first observed this species in the cabinet of Mr. Dixon, of
Bishop-Wearmouth, in 1810, and drew and described it under
the name of Helia virides, as it was the green variety. I after-
wards met with the pale yellowish-white variety, in 1814, at
Farbane, King’s County, Ireland.
Genus 2.—TEsTACELLA.— Cuvier.
Shell very small, compressed, placed externally on the animal,
auriform; apex obsoletely spiral, consisting of less than two yo-
lutions; aperture very large, wide, and oblique; columella flat;
outer lip reflected, and thin, with a slight sinus behind.
This singular univalye is found attached to the back of the
animal, near its posterior extremity.
1. Tesracerta Haviororpea, pl. XVIIL,* f. 15, 16.
Testacella Haliotoidea, Drapernaud, p. 121, pl. 8, f. 44, 45;
Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 52; Cuvier, An. du
Mus., V, p. 440, pl. 29, f. 6, 7; Thompson, Ann. and Mag.
Nat. Hist., VI, p.19; Testacella scutulum, Sowerby, Gen. Rec.
and Foss. Sh., f. 3, 3; Testacellus Haliotoideus, Férussac, Hist.,
pl. 8, f. 5 to 9; Sowerby, Gen., f. 1, 2; Alder, Mag. Zool. and
Bot., Il, p. i105; Testacella Europea, Roissy. Buffon, V, p.
202s
Variety 1. Testacella scutulum, Sowerby.
Shell auriform, ovoid, or elongated; vertex rather large,
acute, placed at one extremity, and pointing to one side; aper-
ture very large; pillar lip, near its upper extremity, broad, flat,
and yery slightly reflected at the edge; outer lip dilated.
Inhabits gardens, at Lambeth, and other localities near Lon-
don. It was found many years ago at Youghal, Ireland, by
Robert Ball, Esq., of Dublin. The Irish specimens agree with
the J. scutulwm of Sowerby. Mr. Thompson says it has also
been found in a garden at Bandon, by Mr. G.S. Allman. [
concur with Mr. Ball and Mr. Thompson, in considering the T.
Haliotoidea as an indigenous British and Irish species.
Invouuvre. |
Genus 3.—ARIoN.—Férussac.
Shell an oblong mass of granular, spongy, corneous substance,
enveloped in the mantle of the animal, sometimes consisting
only of a few granules in a rudimentary condition.
Section I—WShell oval and concave.
1. ARION HORTENSIS.
Variety 1. Animal black, with gray streaks.
Arion hortensis, Férussac, Moll. 6, pl. 11, f. 4, 5, 6, VIII,
a, f. 2, 3, 4; Gray, Med. Rep., 1821; Thompson, Ann. and
Mag. Nat. Hist., VII, p. 18; Limax subfuscatus, Pfeiffer, pl.
4, f.20; Limax hortensis, Grateloup, Moll. Dax., p. 55, f. 4;
Limacellus variegatus, Turton, Man., p. 25, pl. 3, f. 16, shell;
Limacella concava, Brard, p. 121, shell.
Variety 2. Animal gray, with a black streak on both sides.
Arion hortensis, var. B, Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p.
105; Arion circumscriptus, Johnston, Edin. New Phil. Journ.,
V, p- 77; Limazx fasciatus, Nilsson, Fau. Suce., p. 3.
Shell oval, misshapen, and somewhat concave.
Inhabits woods in Great Britain and Ireland; in the latter
country, Thompson says it is common throughout the North.
Section II.—Shell, if any, nearly circular, spongy, and
rudimentary.
2. ARION EMPIRICORUM.
Arion empiricorum, Férussac, Hist. Moll., 60, p. 17, pl. 1, f.
23; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., Il, p. 105; Arion ater,
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VII, p. 18; Limaz ater,
Linné, Fau. Succ. p. 507; Miiller, Verm., II, p. 2; Draper-
naud, p. 122, pl. 9, f. 3, 4,5, 6; Nunneley, Trans. Phil. Soc.
Leeds, p. 46, pl. 1, f. 1, pl. 2, f. 1, pl. 1, f 1, 3, and 6; Limax
Rufus, Drapernaud, p. 123, pl. 9, f. 6.
Shell spongy, sub-hemispherical.
This species is very common throughout Great Britain and
Ireland, in gardens and woods. Miss M. Ball says the yellow
variety is found in the North and South.
Genus 4.—Limax.—Linneus.
Shell oblong, subquadrate, scutiform, extremely thin, and
crystalline; covered with a pale brown epidermis, which extends
beyond the margin of the shell; apex rounded, not conyolute,
but provided with a cavity at the top.
Section I—Mantle of the animal produced behind ; shell
depressed.
1. Lrmax maximus, pl. XVIIL,* f. 17.
Limax maximus, Linneus, Syst. Nat., p. 1081, No. 4;
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 18; Limar
cinereus, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 8, No. 204; Gmelin, Syst. Nat.,
I, p- 3101; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 105; Forbes,
Mal. Mon., p.6; Limax antiquorum, Férussac, Hist., p. 68, pl.
4, f.8, a, f. 1, pl. 4, f. 4, shell; Zimaz maculatus, Leach, MSS.;
Nunneley, Trans. Phil. Suc. Leeds, I, p. 46, pl. 1, f. 2; Lima-
cella Parma, Brard, p. 110, pl. 4, f. 1, 2, 9, 10, shell; Zima-
cellus Parma, Turton, Man., p. 24, pl. 2, f. 14, shell.
Shell thin, cream-white, subdiaphanous, depressed, slightly
concave internally ; aperture nearly the whole size of the shell,
with the margin of the outer lip membranaceous, and very thin;
external surface slightly wrinkled transversely, and sometimes
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studded with minute, glistening, crystalline particles; apophysis
of adhesion, small, prominent, situate on the extremity of the
top, or broader end; opposite end rounded, and very thin.
Length about six lines; breadth four lines.
This species is common all over Great Britain and Ireland,
and the Isle of Man, frequenting the bottoms of hedges and
damp situations.
The Rey. B. J. Clarke, of Tuam, has kindly sent me a draw-
ing of a very distinct variety of this animal.
Section II.—Shell depressed ; mantle of the animal short,
and posteriorly rounded.
2. Limax rFxavus, pl. XVIII,* f. 18.
Limaz flavus, Linneus, Syst. Nat., p. 1082; Ib., Fau. Suec.,
p- 363, No. 2092; Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p.41; Latham,
Linn. Trans., I, p. 182; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist.,
VI, p. 18; Limax variegatus, Drapernaud, p. 127; Férussac,
Prod., p. 21; Ib., Hist. Moll., p. 71, pl. 5, f. 1 to 6; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., I, p. 105; Nunneley, Traus. Phil. Soc.
Leeds, I, p. 47, pl. 1, f. 3; ZLimax succino colore, Lister,
Conch., pl. 101, f. 6; Limacella concava, Brard, p. 121, pl. 4,
f. 5, 6, 13, 14, shell; Limacellus variegatus, Turton, Man., p.
25, pl. 3, f. 16.
Shell extremely thin, shield-shaped, slightly concave; anterior
edge a little rounded; posterior end mammilliform; of a pale,
yellowish colour.
Frequents cellars, in London and its vicinity, and has been
met with at Oxford, Plymouth, Bristol, and Bath; and was dis-
covered at Youghal, Ireland, by Robert Ball, Esq., and has also
been found in the North by William Thompson, Esq., of
Beifast.
Section III.—Manile short, truncated behind ; shell thick,
convex beneath, and oval.
3. Liax carinatus, pl. XVIII,* f. 19.
Limax carinatus, Leach, Moll., p. 73, pl. 8, f. 1; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 105; Thompson, Ann. and Mag.
Nat. Hist., VI, p. 63; Limax Sowerbii, Férussac, Hist. Moll.,
pl. 8, f.7, 8; Denson, Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 694, f. 120, a, b;
Limacella ungulata, Brard, p. 116, pl. 4, f. 3, 4, 11, 12; Zima-
cellus ungulatus, Turton, Man., p. 25, pl. 3, f. 15.
Shell oval, or rhombic, rather thick, and convex beneath, of
a pale cream-white; margin rather broad, rufous towards the
top; destitute of a membrane, and never concave.
Mr. Clarke remarks, that “the peculiar thickening process in
the centre gives them the appearance of having a marginal
zone, or as if a smaller sized shell were placed on the top and
centre of the larger, leaving a rather broad margin, which is
usually of a rufous colour towards the top.”
Inhabits gardens, in the vicinity of London, and at Hamp-
stead; also at La Bergerie; Monivea, County of Galway, under
stones in fields, and in tufted plants in gardens, according to the
Rev. B. J. Clarke, by whom it was first noticed in Ireland.
Mr. Thompson (p. 63) mentions a species obtained by him,
in 1840, near Clifden, Connemara, Ireland, while on a tour with
Professor Forbes, King’s College, London, and Robt. Ball, Esq.,
of the Castle, Dublin, which were more nearly allied to the Z.
gagates of Drapernaud, than the British specimens of Z. cari-
natus. Mr. Ball has since found it on the Circular road, Dublin.
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4. Limax acrestis, pl. XVIII,* f. 20.
Limax agrestis, Linné, Syst. Nat., p. 1082, No. 6; Gmelin,
Linn. Syst. Nat., p. 3101, No. 6; Miiller, Verm., II, p. 8, No.
204; Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll., p. 126, pl. 9, £9; Sturm,
Fau. Abthl., VI, p.1, pl. 4; Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 415
Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 505 Fleming, Brit.
An., p- 256; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 1335; Pfeiffer, I, p. 21;
Nunneley, Trans. Phil. Soc. Leeds, pl. 1, #45; Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., Il, p. 105; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., VI, p. 61; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 6; Limacella obliqua,
Brard, p. 148, pl. 4, f. 7, 8, 17, 18, shell; ZLimacellus obliquus,
Turton, Man., p. 26, pl. 3, f. 17.
Shell variable in form, very small, thick, hard, and of an
oblong square, rounded at the corners; colour, pale yellowish-
white, or gray: a little concave, and provided with a membra-
neous edge.
This species is destitute of the abrupt thickening in the
centre of the shell, which is so strongly characteristic of L.
carinatus.
Common in fields throughout Britain; Mr. Clarke found it
in Queen’s County, and County of Galway, Ireland.
Mr. Clarke considers Z. filans, var. y of Férussac, as belong-
ing to this species.
5. Limax GaGaTEs? var., pl. XVIII,* f. 21.
Limax gagates ? var., Férussac? Drapernaud? ZLimar No.
4, Clarke, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 19.
Shell oval, somewhat spoon-shaped, pointed above, and
rounded below; membranaceous, and subopaque.
Mr. Clarke says this shell differs materially in size and thick-
ness from ZL. variegatus, being smaller, more membranaceous,
and less opaque. The colour and markings of the animal are
also very different from other British species.
Discovered by the Rev. B. J. Clarke, of Tuam, at Spire Hill,
La Bergerie, Queen’s County, Ireland, who has most obligingly
sent me the use of beautiful drawings of the animal and shell
of this as well as of all the other Irish Limacide.
is always found on trees, and never in cellars and damp vaults,
&e., as L. variegatus.
Mr. Thompson, in his paper on the Land and Fresh Water
Mollusca of Ireland, remarks, “It may be the Z. carinatus of
Leach, or Z. gagates of Drapernaud;” but I do not think Mr.
Clarke’s description agrees with either of the above species. I
think it more than probable that it is an entirely new species.
He says it
Division I].—HyproBraNncui&.
The branchie filamentary, or laminated, and pectinated, or
tufted. The animals respire in water.
Famity II.—Butuacga.
The branchie situate in a particular cavity, near the posterior
region of the back, and covered by a mantle; animal destitute
of tentacula.
All the animals of this family are destitute of a branchial
operculum, and the head very indistinctly formed. Some of
them are devoid of both external and internal shell. In some
species it is concealed in the mantle, and in several there is an
external shell attached by a muscle.
MOLLUSCA.
[ GasTEROPODA
The shells are so widened, that there is no apparent colu-
mella.
Genus 5.—Butia.—Linneus.
Shell convolute, oblong, oval, or cylindrical, with a depression
above in place of a spire, the inner volutions being concave in
the exterior one; aperture longitudinal, as long, or longer than
the convolutions, straitened above and expanded below, in which
situation it is diffuse; outer lip thin; columellar lip generally
reflected, with a coating of shelly matter.
Sub-Genus 1.—Boira.—Linneus.
Shell placed on the posterior portion of the body of the ani-
mal, and provided with an epidermis.
1. Burxa uienanrta, pl. XIX, f. 23, 24.—First Ed., pl. 38,
f. 23, 24.
Bulla lignaria, Linné, Syst- Nat., p. 1184; Lamarck, An.
San. Vert., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 53; Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p.
126, pl. 70, f. 83; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 205; Donovan, pl.
27; Fleming, Brit. An., p.92; Maton and Rackett, p. 125; Ib.,
Ency. Meth., pl. 359, f. 35 Forbes, p. 6.
Shell oblong-oval, thin; spire concealed, subumbilicated,
being enveloped in the body volution; aperture glossy, bluish-
white internally, extending the whole length of the shell, narrow
above, and abruptly expanding below, terminating in a rounded
base; outer lip thin at the edge; inner lip pretty broadly re-
flected over the columella; surface transversely striate, of a pale
reddish-yellow, with numerous, transverse, burnt terra-sienna
coloured double lines, producing a wood-like appearance ; lon-
gitudinal lines of growth distinct, frequently interrupting the
transverse ones.
This beautiful shell is by no means uncommon in all the seas
around Great Britain and Ireland. On the coasts of the latter
country it grows to a large size.
2. Buuva apa, pl. VIII, f. 3—First Ed., pl. 51, f. 3.
Bulla alba, Turton, Zool. Journ., II, p. 364, pl. 13, f. 5;
Fleming, p. 294.
Shell cream-white, oblong-oval; no visible spire; apex um-
bilicate ; aperture extending the whole length of the body,
narrow above, its lower half very wide, terminating in a well
rounded base; outer lip sharp at the edge, and not elevated
above the body; inner lip rather broadly reflected on the colu-
mella; whole external surface with slight longitudinal striae ; at
each extremity, three transverse punctured striae.
Dr. Turton remarks, “they are more elongated than the
Bulla ampulla, and essentially differ in having only three
rather remote, transverse strie at each end, whereas in the
latter there are seven or eight strie on the lower extremity,
and none on the upper.”
Dredged in the British Channel by Dr. Turton, who says he
got six dead specimens in one locality.
3. BULLA ZONATA.
Bulla zonata, Turton, Mag. Nat. Hist., VII, p. 352; Bulla
scaphander, Leach.
« Shell oval, solid, opaque, with alternate zones of white and
fulvous, and transverse lines of minute raised dots. Length a
quarter of an inch; breadth nearly as much.
INVOLUTE. |
“This very elegant species in shape very much resembles a
small Bulla lignaria ; but is of a more conic oval shape, with
the volutions more loosely connected; the crown is umbilicated,
and, together with the pillar, pure white. On the body are
regular, rather broad, alternate, transverse bands of white and
pale rufous brown; and round each of the white belts is a regu-
lar line of very minute, raised granular dots.
“Found near the Land’s End.” In the cabinet of Mr.
Clark.
4. Buia Hypatis, pl. XIX, f. 29, 30.—First Ed., pl. 38,
f, 29, 30.
Bulla Hydatis, Linné, Syst. Nat., p. 1183, No. 377; Dono-
van, pl. 88; Montagu, p. 217; Lamarck, VI, pt. 2nd, p. 35;
Fleming, Brit. An., p. 292.
Shell somewhat opaque, tumid, no apparent spire, but in its
stead an umbilicated hollow, slightly oval, thin, fragile, subpel-
lucid, of a yellowish, or greenish horn-colour, with a thin,
transparent, ferruginous epidermis; superior portion of the
aperture oblong, rising above the body, and rounded, a little
contracted at the top, and widening below, where it terminates
in arounded base; outer lip thin, slightly inflected; inner lip
white, a little reflected on the columella; whole surface with
fine transverse striae, and remote longitudinal lines of growth.
Length an inch; breadth three-quarters.
Found at Weymouth and Poole, Dorsetshire; Salcomb Bay,
Devonshire; and is not uncommon on the Western coast.
5. Buxta propucta, pl. XIX, f. 15, 16.—First Ed., pl.
38, f. 15, 16.
Shell subcylindrical, very pellucid, white, smooth, and glossy ;
spire concealed, subumbilicate ; aperture narrow, terminating
in a rather acute base; outer lip very thin, rising considerably
above the body, and somewhat pointed; a few obsolete wrinkles
Length not a tenth of an inch; breadth hardly a third
of its length.
above.
Found at Dunbar, by my late friend General Bingham, and
is in his cabinet.
6. Burua srriara, pl. XIX, f. 41, 42.—First Ed., pl. 38,
f. 41, 42.
Shell oblong-oval, inflated, white, and opaque; spire con-
cealed, and subumbilicate ; aperture a little contracted above,
widening below, and terminating in a rounded base; outer lip
smooth, thin at the edge, elevated a little above the body ;
inner lip thickened, and slightly folded back towards the base,
producing a small subumbilicus behind, and somewhat dupli-
cated; whole surface covered with minute, undulating, trans-
verse striw, the intermediate ones finer than the others, with a
Length not
quite three-eighths of an inch; breadth two-eighths.
few, nearly obsolete, longitudinal lines of growth.
Found at Greenock, by my friend Stewart Ker, Esq., to
whose zeal we are indebted for the discovery of several rare
and interesting species.
7. Boutva pEnTicurata, pl. XIX, f. 25, 26—First Ed.,
pl. 38, f. 25, 26.
Bulla denticulata, Adams, Linn. Tr., V, p. 1, pl. 1, f. 3, 4,
5; Montagu, p. 217; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 294; Maton and
Rackett, p. 122.
Shell oblong, smooth, glossy, pellucid, white ; aperture con-
tracted above, and considerably expanded beneath; outer lip
Pp
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terminating in a sharp, tooth-like process, and extending some-
what above the body.
Found in sand at The Wash, coast of Pembroke, by Mr.
Adams. It seems a rare species.
8. BuLva EMARGINATA, pl. XIX, f. 21, 22._—First Ed., pl.
Big Pails PP)
Bulla emarginata, Adams, Linn. 'Tr., V, p- 2; pl. 1, f. 9, 10,
11; Montagu, p. 216; Maton and Rackett, p. 122; Fleming,
p. 294.
Shell pellucid, smooth; body elongate, subcylindrical, nar-
rower below; aperture very wide; outer lip much expanded;
inner lip slightly inflected.
Found on the coast, near Pembroke, by Mr. Adams.
9. Butta CRANCHII.
Bulla Cranchii, Leach; Fleming, Brit. An., p- 292.
Shell subcylindrical, apex concave, strongly striated, spirally,
in bands; aperture narrow; outer lip thin, nearly even; pillar
lip straight, a little reflected, and forming a slight cavity, and is
somewhat waved where it joins the outer lip.
tenths of an inch; diameter four-tenths.
Found in Plymouth Sound, by Mr. Prideaux.
The aperture being so narrow, renders the continuation of
the pillar invisible.
Length six-
Sub-Genus 2— Burr xa—Lamarck.
Shell very thin, destitute of epidermis, and concealed in the
mantle of the animal; somewhat involute on one side, and
without a columella or spire; aperture large and wide.
1. Buri#a aperta, pl. I, f. 5 and 7—Tirst Ed., pl. 44,
f. 5 and 7.
Bullea aperta, Linné, p. 1183, No. 376; Lamarck, VI, pt.
2nd, p. 30; Forbes, p. 6; Bulla aperta, Montagu, p. 208;
Maton and Rackett, p. 121; Donovan, pl. 120, f. 1, 1; Da
Costa, p. 30, pl. 2, f. 3; Fleming, p. 294; Brown, Wernerian
Mem., II, p. 516.
Shell compressed, suborbicular, milk-white, very thin, pellu-
cid, and brittle; body slightly involute in front, very small,
destitute of a spire, and not umbilicate above; aperture ex-
tremely large and expanded, occupying nearly the whole shell ;
outer lip semicircular, very thin at the edge, and elevated con-
siderably above the body; columellar lip very short and narrow;
external surface glossy, with faint longitudinal lines of growth.
T.ength one inch; breadth three-fourths; but it is only in par-
ticular localities where it attains this size.
Not uncommon on many of the coasts of Great Britain and
Treland; we may particularise Dorsetshire, South Devon, Corn-
wall, Northumberland, Tenby, Frith of Forth, and Dublin Bay.
2. Butraa Carina, pl. XIX, f. 33, 34.—First Ed., pl. 44,
aah Ob
Bulla Catina, Montagu, p. 215, pl. 7, f. 7; Maton and
Rackett, p. 122; Brown, Ency. Brit., WI, p. 434; Turton, Brit.
Fau., p. 168; Fleming, p. 294.
Shell oblong-ovate, pellucid, white, and glossy; body small,
incurved; apex obtuse, with a visible involution above; aperture
extremely large, occupying almost the entire shell, ending in a
well rounded base; outer lip thin at the edge, but not extend-
ing above the body; no reflection of the inner lip on the pillar;
whole surface covered with numerous, transverse, chain-like
58 MOLLUSCA.
strie, formed by continuous links, which, however, can only be
seen by the aid of a strong lens. Length one-eighth of an
inch; breadth somewhat less.
Found in Bigberry Bay, Devonshire, and on the coast of
Pembrokeshire; it is also met with on the Dorsetshire and
Northumberland coasts, Frith of Forth, and Frith of Clyde.
3. Butima punorara, pl. XIX, f. 45, 46; and Supple-
mentary plate, f. 1, 2.
Bullza punctata, Turton, Mag. Nat. Hist., VII, p. 358;
Bulla puntata, Adams, Linn. Tr., V, p. 2, pl. 1, f. 6, 7, 8.
“Shell oval, transparent, with transverse lines of distinct,
impressed dots; crown canaliculate.
“The accurate observations of Mr. Clark, who favoured us
with specimens, have fully distinguished this species from Bulla
The shell is something smaller, of a more
oval shape, with the crown more flattened; and, instead of oval,
catena of Montagu.
raised, chain-like points, which form the lines in B. catena, the
lines in this species consist of distinct impressed dots.
“Mr. Clark has also been able to ascertain, that, in B. catena,
the animal is of a yellowish-white, and furnished with a gizzard;
but that the animal of B. punctata is of a blackish-gray colour,
and destitute of any trace of gizzard.
«Found by Mr. Clark, near Exmouth.’— Turton.
discovered on the coast of Pembroke, by Mr. Adams.
First
Genus 6.—UrtricuLus.—Brown.
Shell small, oblong-ovate, or subcylindrical ; provided with a
visible, very short spire, with rather inflated volutions; aperture
as long as the body volution, always contracted above, and wide
beneath.
Section I— Body subcylindrical ; spire a little prominent.
1. Urricuius piicatus, pl. XIX, f. 1, 2.—First Ed., pl.
19, f. 1, 2.
Shell rather strong, smooth, dull milk-white, and subopaque;
body very large, subcylindrical, with nearly obsolete, longitudi-
nal wrinkles, or lines ‘of growth; spire small, consisting of three
somewhat inflated and prominent volutions, well separated by
the sutural line, the lower one with a strong thread-like line at
its base, which extends half way round its circumference ; apex
rather obtuse; aperture narrow, as long as the body, contracted
above, somewhat compressed in the middle, and wide below,
and terminating in a rounded base; outer lip thin, slightly in-
flected towards the centre; inner lip a little thickened on the
columella, and near its base provided with two oblique, almost
obsolete folds. Length one and a half eighth of an inch; dia-
meter about half its length.
Discovered at Dunbar, by General Bingham. I found a
variety of this species at Kirkcaldy, Fifeshire, with the volutions
of the spire hardly visible.
2. Urricuius piscors, pl. XIX, f. 3, 4.—First Ed., pl.
Shab oh 2s
Shell moderately strong, subcylindrical, white, and slightly
glossy, with obsolete, longitudinal lines of growth; body large ;
spire small, consisting of three inflated, rounded, well defined
volutions, terminating in an obtuse apex; aperture long, narrow,
being about three-fourths the length of the body, straitened
above, slightly compressed in the centre, and dilated towards
[GasTEROPoDA
the base; outer lip strong, and rounded on the margin; pillar
lip a little reflected, and thickened on the columella. Length
a sixth of an inch; diameter somewhat more than half its
length.
Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
This species differs from the preceding, in being broader in
proportion to its length, and somewhat more inflated, and is
destitute of the thread-like line which invests the base of the
lower volution of U. plicatus, as well as the plaits on the lower
part of the columella, and in the aperture being shorter.
3. Urricu.us oprusus, pl. XIX, f. 5, 6—First Ed., pl.
38, f. 5, 6.
Bulla obtusa, Montagu, p. 223, pl. 7, f. 3; Maton and
Rackett, p. 128; Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 434; Ib., Wer-
nerian Mem., II, p. 517; Bulla perperam, Walker, pl. 3, f. 625
Retusta obtusa, Brown, Popular Ency., I, p. 378, pl. 17, f.
110.
Shell subcylindrical, moderately strong, white, opaque, and
longitudinally wrinkled; body long; spire short, consisting of
three somewhat depressed volutions, terminating in an obtuse
apex; aperture as long as the body, straitened above, and ex-
panding below, terminating in a rounded base; outer lip thin
at the edge, somewhat compressed in the middle; inner lip
thickened, slightly spread oyer the base of the columella.
Length nearly a quarter of an inch; diameter about half its
length.
Found on the coasts of Devonshire, Dorsetshire, Northum-
berland, and Wales; and at Portmarnock, Ireland.
4. Urricutus Lima, pl. XIX, f. 39, 40—First Ed., pl-
38, f. 39, 40.
Shell oval, oviform, rather strong, milk-white; body very
large, much inflated; spire exceedingly small, scarcely elevated
above the body, and consisting of two slightly inflated volu-
tions; aperture oblong-ovate, occupying about three-fourths of
the length of the body, contracted and pointed above, rapidly
expanding below, and terminating in a well rounded base; outer
lip strong, and flattened on the edge; pillar lip much reflected
on the columella; whole surface covered with very numerous,
oblong punctures, with their edges elevated, set in regular series
of transverse lines, giving it much the appearance of a file when
viewed through a strong lens. Length a quarter of an inch;
breadth an eighth.
This beautiful little shell was discovered at Greenock, by my
friend Stewart Ker, Esq., and is in his cabinet.
Section II—Body much inflated and vitreous, with the
spire hardly protruding beyond the body.
5. Urricutus minutus, pl. XIX, f. 7, 8—First Ed., pl.
38, f. 7, 8.
Shell ovate, exceedingly thin, diaphanous, and white, but not
glossy; body very large, greatly inflated; spire exceedingly
small, consisting of a single, blunted, papillary volution ; aper-
ture very wide, oblong-ovate, somewhat narrowed both above
and at the base, which is in consequence a little pointed; outer
lip extending higher than the apex, arcuated, sharp, and slightly
inflected on the margin; pillar lip a little reflected on the colu-
mella, producing a subumbilicus behind.
of an inch; diameter not quite so much.
Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
Length one-sixteenth
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6. Urricutus canpipus, pl. XIX, f. 13, 14.—First Ed.,
pl. 38, f. 13, 14.
Diaphana candida, Brown, Conch. Text Book, p. 98, pl. 14,
f. 30.
Shell oblong, oviform, snow-white, diaphanous, and pellucid ;
body very large, and much inflated; spire very small, sunk in a
hollow foss, consisting of two yolutions, the apicial one blunted,
papilleform, having much the appearance and lustre of a minute
pearl; aperture as long as the body, nearly pyriform, contracted
above, but widening gradually to an expanded and rounded
base; outer lip thin, and even on the edge; pillar lip slightly
reflected on the columella, with a slight internal wave on its
centre, and a subumbilicus behind; body faintly wrinkled lon-
gitudinally towards the outer lip. Length one-twelfth of an
inch; diameter nearly the same.
Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham; and I have since
met with it at Holy Island, coast of Northumberland.
7. Urrrcutus peLLucipus, pl. XIX, f. 10, 11.—First Ed.,
pl. 38, f. 10, 11.
Shell oblong-ovate, very thin, diaphanous and pellucid, and
of a bluish or snow-white ; body very large; spire consisting of
one rounded volution, resembling a small pearl, surrounded by
a fossus, formed by the upper part of the body, which is ob-
liquely elevated considerably above it; aperture a little longer
than the body, contracted above, widening below, and termi-
nating in a well rounded base; outer lip thin, and even on the
edge; pillar lip thickened, and slightly reflected on the colu-
mella, but destitute of any umbilical mark. Length a twelfth
of an inch; diameter about a fourteenth.
~ Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
This species differs from the U. candidus, in being more ob-
long, the body less inflated and more cylindrical, the outer lip
less expanded at the lower portion of the aperture, and the spire
in having one volution; the outer lip also turns a little upwards,
and curves a little inwards above before it expands, whereas the
lip of the U. candidus gradually developes from its insertion.
8. UrricuLUs HYALINA.
Bulla hyalina, Turton, Mag. Nat. Hist., VII, p. 353; Bulla
Roxwama, Leach.
“Shell oval, transparent, smooth; aperture dilated at the base;
pillar umbilicate ; crown flattened, channelled, umbonate.
“Tt something resembles the Bulla wmbilicata; but is short-
er, and of a more oval shape, with the aperture more dilated,
and is of a crystalline transparency. At the base of the margin
there is a reflection of the pillar, forming a slight groove or
umbilicus; and the central umbo on the crown is very distinct
and prominent. ‘The last two marks seem to fix it in the genus
Cymba of Lamarck and Sowerby. but we have not remarked
the sharp plaits on the pillar.
“Found abundantly on the coast about Tynemouth; whence
it was sent us by Mr. Alder. We also discovered it near the
Land’s End, Cornwall.”— Turton.
Genus 7.—AKERA.—Brown.
Shell extremely thin, horny, and elastic; apex obtuse; suture
of the spire canaliculated, and the volutions for the most part
not protruding beyond the body; aperture extending the whole
length of the body, always contracted above, and expanded
below; the outer lip separated from the body yolution.
MOLLUSCA. 59
1. AKERA FLEXILIS, pl. XIX, f. 31, 32.—First Ed., pl. 38,
Feitliscae
Akera flevilis, Brown, Conch. Text Book, p. 98, pl. 14, f.
29; Ib., Popular Ency., II, p. 378, pl. 17, £.109; Bulla Akera,
Miiller, Zool. Dun., p. 71, f. 2 and 5; Montagu, p. 219; Maton
and Rackett, p. 125; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 516;
Ib., Ency. Brit., VI, p. 4345; Fleming, p. 292; Bulla resilins,
Donoyan, pl. 79; Bulla fragilis, Lamarck, VI, pt. 2nd, p. 36.
Shell oblong-ovoid, extremely thin, pellucid, horn-coloured,
and elastic, somewhat wrinkled longitudinally; spire small,
canaliculated, with an obtuse apex, and not protruding beyond
the body; aperture white, as long as the body, acutely con-
tracted above, very wide, and rounded below; outer lip ex-
tremely thin and elastic, the upper portion lying close to the
body volution, but detached, and adherent to the lower volu-
tions of the spire; pillar lip white, a little thickened, and reflect-
ed over the columella, which is visible to the end. Length one
inch; diameter somewhat more than half its length.
This species is so extremely thin and membranaceous, that it
appears an extremely delicate shell, which, however, is not the
case. Some of them are transparent horn-coloured, both inter-
nally and externally.
Found in many places on the coasts of Britain and Ireland ;
and we may particularise Banff, in Scotland; Lymington, Poole,
Dorsetshire, and near Southampton; and I met with it in vast
numbers, amongst sea weed near high water mark, at Warren
Point, near Dundalk, Ireland.
Famity IJ].—AnNcyYLip2.
Animals fluviatile ; they breathe air, respiring on the surface
of the water; breathing apparatus situate in a bag-shaped cavity
on the back of the neck.
Genus 8.—AncyLus—Miiller.
Shell thin, obliquely conical, patellieform; vertex somewhat
pointed, short, turned backwards, and inwards, but not spiral :
aperture oval, or oblong, with the margins simple and entire.
Section I—Animals sinistral.
1. ANcyLus FLuvr1aTILis, pl. XII, f. 1, 4, and 6.—First
Ed., pl. 36, f. 1, 4, and 6.
Ancylus fluviatilis, Miller, Verm., II, p. 194, No. 381; Dra-
pernaud, p. 48, pl. 2, f. 23, 24; Pfeiffer, p. 107, pl. 4, f. 44, 45;
Brard, p. 200, pl. 7, f.3; Turton, Man., p. 140, pl. 10, f. 125;
Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 116; Thompson, Ann. and
Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 47; Lamarck, VI, pt. 2nd, p. 27;
Patella fluviatilis, Montagu, p. 484; Liuné, p. 1253; Da Costa,
p- 48, pl. 3, f. 8; Patella lacustris, Donovan, pl. 147, f. 2;
Maton and Rackett, p. 232; Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 466;
Ib., Wernerian Mem., II, p.533; Crepedula lacustris, Fleming,
Edin. Ency.
Shell subconic, with the vertex sharp, slightly recurved, and
situate near one end, sometimes a little hooked; pellucid, horn-
coloured, covered with a dark greenish-brown epidermis, some-
times of a paler hue, beneath which the shell is of a brown
horn-colour, and with a few concentric wrinkles; aperture oval;
marginal lip thin; inside glossy, of a bluish-white. Length
three-eighths of an inch; breadth a quarter of an inch.
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A variety is sometimes found, particularly in a stream near
Folkstone, in Kent, finely striated longitudinally. Montagu
says this variety is so strongly striated, that it was by some
considered a distinct species. He adds, “these were of an
inferior size, and covered with a dusky epidermis, differing in
nothing but the strize being more conspicuous.”
Common in most rivers and streams in Great Britain and
Ireland, adhering to stones at the bottom.
Section II.—Animals dextral.
2. ANcyLus LAcusTRIS, pl. XII, f. 3, 5, and 7—First Ed.,
pl. 36, f. 3, 5, and 7.
Ancylus lacustris, Miiller, Verm., I, p. 199; Drapernaud,
p- 47, pl. 2, f. 25, 26, 27; Pfeiffer, p. 109, pl. 4, f.46; Lamarck,
VI, pt. 2nd, p. 27; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 280; Alder, Mag.
Zool. and Bot., II, p. 116; Turton, Man., p. 141, pl. 10, f. 1265
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 475 Patella
lacustris, Linné, Syst. Nat., p. 1260, No. 769; Pennant, Brit.
Zool., IV, p. 142; Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 484; Donovan,
Brit. Sh., pl. 150; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 533; Ib.,
Ency. Brit., VI, p. 466; Patella oblonga, Maton and Rackett,
Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 233; Lightfoot, Phil. Trans, LXXVI, p.
168, pl. 3, f. 1.
Shell conical, and of a much elongated, oval form, com-
pressed on the sides, thin, smooth, but not glossy, or slightly
wrinkled, nearly membranaceous, subpellucid, of a pale horn-
colour, covered with a yellowish-green epidermis; vertex small,
acute, placed somewhat posteriorly, a little reflected, obliquely
inclining towards the narrower end; aperture oblong-oval ;
margin membranaceous; inside smooth, glossy, and of a bluish-
Length a little more than a quarter of an inch; breadth
about half its length.
white.
Found in lakes and still ditches, in many situations in Great
Britain and Ireland, adhering to aquatic plants. We may par-
ticularise the Stour, Dorsetshire; the Thames, near Windsor ;
Windermere; and in a pool near the Eccles station, on the
Liverpool and Manchester Railway; Duddingston Loch, near
Edinburgh; and in Ireland, I met with it in a millrace, near
Naas; Thompson gives as localities, Potamogeton; in the drains
of the bog meadows, near Belfast; the Lagan canal; in a pond
at Moira, County of Down; and various other situations.
Famity I[V.—CatyprTRaAcka.
Branchie of the animal situate in a dorsal cavity near the
neck, and included in the cavity, or projecting beyond it; shell
invariably external.
Genus 9.—CaLyprr@a.—Lamarck.
Shell conical; vertex subcentral, imperforate, and acute; base
or aperture orbicular, or nearly so, its margins sharp and entire;
internal cavity provided with a lateral, internal appendage, or
septem, which varies much in form in different species. Seve-
ral species provided with a strongly marked muscular impression,
situate immediately above the fold of the inner lip; in other
species it is placed on the outside of the inner lip, but never
within it.
[GasTEROPODA
1. CatypTrma Sinenss, pl. XX, f.16 and 18.—First Ed.,
pl. 37, f. 16 and 18.
Calyptreaa Sinense, Lamarck, VI, pt. 2nd, p. 22; Brown,
Conch. Text Book, p. 90, pl. 14, f. 19; Calyptra@a chinensis,
Fleming, p. 362; Patella chinensis, Linné, p. 1257; Montagu,
p: 489; Patella Sinensis, Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 464;
Patella albida, Donovan, pl. 129.
Shell thin, subpellucid, subconic, much depressed, of a pale .
yellowish-brown colour, or cream-white, rounded at the margin;
vertex nearly central, terminating in a small, concentrically
subspiral tip; external surface undulated, or wrinkled, in some
specimens, and a little rough, with concave scale-like projec-
tions; aperture nearly circular; inside very glossy, smooth, and
white, in some instances of a very pale pink colour, and pro-
vided with a subspiral internal columella, or transverse sub-
septem, or columellar projection, broad, flat, thin, transversely
oblique, extending from nearly the margins to the centre, on
one side, and forms the external subyolution. Height some-
what more than half an inch; diameter nearly an inch.
Found at Penryn, in Cornwall; Helford Harbour; and on
the West coast of Ireland; but is a rare British species.
Genus 10.—PiLEopsis.—Lamarck.
Shell obliquely conical, posteriorly recurved, with an unci-
neate spiral apex, the volutions separated, and rolled inwards ;
aperture large, ovate; anterior margin shortest, the posterior
one large and rounded; inside with elongated, transverse,
muscular impressions, situated under the posterior margin;
external surface clothed with a thick, hard, somewhat pilous
epidermis.
1. PiEopsis uNGARICA, pl. XX, f. 19, 20.—First Ed., pl.
37, f. 19, 20.
Pileopsis ungarica, Lamarck, VI, pt. 2nd, p. 17; Brown,
Conch. Text Book, p. 100, pl. 14, f. 31; Patella ungarica,
Martini, I, pl. 12, f. 107, 108; Pennant, IV, p. 149, pl. 90, f.
147; Patella ungarica, Montagu, p. 486; Donovan, I, pl. 21,
f. 1; Brown, Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 465; Ib., Wernerian
Mem., II, p. 533; Capulus hungaricus, Fleming, p. 363;
Forbes, p. 33.
Shell subconic, with a greatly reflected vertex, terminating in
a spiral wreath underneath, consisting of two or three small
volutions, which are not inclined to either side, except the
apicial one; it is a subpellucid, rather thin shell, strongly
striated longitudinally, with strong concentric wrinkles, of a
yellowish-white, or flesh-colour, and covered externally with a
yellowish-brown, rough, pilous, velvet-like epidermis ; aperture
nearly orbicular, with an oblique, internally sloping lip, narrow
towards the vertex side, and gradually widening, on both sides,
towards the other extremity; inside extremely smooth and
glossy, white, sometimes of the most beautiful rose-colour ;
outer lip more or less indented, and crenated, with the epider-
mis projecting beyond it, in the form of a silicate border.
This species is by no means rare on many of the coasts
around Great Britain and Ireland. It is very frequently found
adhering to oysters and stones brought from the bottom by the
dredge.
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Genus 11.—Fissuretia.— Bruguiére.
Shell subconic, oblong, shield-shaped, or conically depressed,
concave within, destitute of spiral convolutions, with the vertex
perforated, and directed towards the front of the shell; perfo-
ration subovate, elongated, or nearly round in some species;
margin thickened around the inside, and generally crenulated ;
muscular impression visible near the inner edge, all round,
widest on the sides next the anterior end; outer surface
striated, ribbed, grooved, or radiated from the vertex to the
margin, and generally decussated by lines of growth, or con-
centric ribs.
1. Fissuretta Grzca, pl. XII, f. 10, 11.
Fissurella Greca, First Ed., pl. 36, f. 10, 11; Fleming, p
364; Ib., Ency., p. 66; Brown, Popular Ency., II, p. 378, pl.
17, f.96; Patella Greca, Linné, Syst., p. 1262; Brown, Ency.,
p- 467; Ib., Wernerian Mem., p. 533; Turton, Brit. Fau., p.
198; Martini, I, pl. 11, f.98; Pennant, IV, p. 144, pl. 89, f.
153; Montagu, p. 492; Maton and Rackett, p. 236; Patella
reticulata, Donovan, I, pl. 21, f. 3.
Shell oblong-oval, subdepressed, thick, of a dull brownish-
yellow colour, with numerous, strong, longitudinal ribs, radiating
from the vertex to the base, some of which are thicker than the
rest, and in some instances tuberculated by the crossing of the
finer, concentric, thread-like stria, which cover the whole sur-
face, the interstices presenting a punctated appearance; vertex
perforated with an oblong-ovate fissure; inside smooth, white,
sometimes of a dull, pale brownish-purple; margin not flat, but
somewhat indented, or arcuated at the side, and finely crenu-
lated on the extreme edge. Length three-quarters of an inch;
breadth about half an inch; height a quarter.
The above are the general dimensions of the species, but is
met with in deep water of a larger size, off the Devonshire
coast, as well as that of the Isle of Man; in which locality
Professor Forbes dredged some very large specimens, mea-
suring upwards of an inch in length, and more than five-eighths
in breadth.
It inhabits most of the British coasts, but is never plentiful ;
the Dorset, Kentish, Devonshire, and Northumberland coasts
may be noticed; the Frith of Forth, the Frith of Clyde, and
Argyleshire coasts, in Scotland; and Lough Strangford, Port-
marnock, and Dublin Bay, Ireland.
Genus 12.—Si1pHo.—Brown.
Shell ovate, subconic; vertex reflected, and slightly spiral ;
with a small dorsal fissure situate near the vertex, terminating
internally by a rhombic, funnel-shaped syphon, or cup, in some
species, but devoid of it in others; base ovate; exterior surface
ribbed, or striated.
Section I—Cavity provided with a funnel, leading from
the fissure.
1. SrpHo Noacurna, pl. XII, f. 14, 15, 16.
Sipho striata, First Ed., pl. 36, f. 14, 15, 16; Brown, Conch.
Text Book, p. 100, pl. 14, f. 21; Ib., Popular Ency., II, p. 378,
pl. 17, £113; Fisswrella Noachina, Smith, Wernerian Mem.,
VIII, p. 43; Sowerby; Cemoria Flemingii, Leach.
Q
MOLLUSCA. 61
Shell brownish-white, very strong, ovate, subconic; vertex
slightly spiral, and inclining anteriorly; with a small triangular
fissure behind, broad below and acute above, situate near the
vertex; aperture white, smooth, and slightly crenulated on the
margin.
First discovered as British, by my friend Stewart Ker, Esq.,
at Greenock, where dead shells are not uncommon. Two spe-
cimens were dredged alive, off Rothesay, by my friend James
Smith, Esq., of Jordan Hill, near Glasgow, while I accompanied
him on a dredging excursion, in his yacht, in 1837.
It seems to have been very plentiful in the Clyde at one
period, as it occurs abundantly in a subfossil state in the ele-
vated marine bed of the Clyde, at Dalmuir.
Section II._—Destitute of an internal funnel.
2. Srpno raprata, pl. XII, f. 20.
Sipho radiata, First Ed., pl. 36, f. 20; Fissurella apertura,
Fleming, p. 364; Patella apertura, Montagu, p- 491, pl. 13, f.
20; Fleming, Ency., p. 66; Patella Noachina, Brown, Ency.
Brit., p. 467; Maton and Rackett, p. 236; the young of Fis-
surella Greca, Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 34.
“ With a subconic, subpellucid, white shell, marked with
strong, longitudinal, tuberculated ribs, and a few circular ridges,
that give it a cancellated appearance; vertex reflected, the point
very small, and turning downwards; not detached, but adhering
to the top of the shell, sometimes making one conyolution ;
immediately above which is a rhomboid perforation. Inside
smooth, glossy, white ; margin oval, edge crenated by the ribs.
Length not quite a quarter of an inch, scarce an eighth of an
inch in height. In one instance this shell had a few brown
streaks running half way up the margin.”—Montagu.
In my Paper in the Encyclopedia Britannica, I considered
this the Patella Noachina of Chemnitz; but on seeing the
original shell in the British Museum, I perceived that it was a
different species from Sipho Noachina. It is more elliptical
than the latter shell, the longitudinal ribs larger, set more apart,
and the concentric stri# not so well marked; but a stronger
character than these is the form of the foramen, which is nearly
lance-shaped in §. Noachina, with an internal funnel, whereas
it is oblong-ovate in S. radiata, and destitute of an
funnel; with which character, a specimen found in
Tenby, by General Bingham, expressly agreed.
internal
sand at
In 1819, when I made my drawing from Montagu’s original
specimen in the British Museum, my friend Dr. Leach con-
curred in opinion, that specimens with which I presented him,
from the Clyde, were perfectly distinct from that in the
Museum, as did also Mr. J. E. Gray; and the Doctor agreed
in the propriety of instituting a new genus for their reception ;
but it appears he afterwards thought Cemoria a better name
than that which I had previously chosen.
Found at Falmouth Harbour, Cornwall, and in Saleomb Bay,
Devonshire, by Colonel Montagu; at Tenby, Wales, by General
Bingham; and in Zetland, by Dr. Fleming; and Professor
Forbes dredged it plentifully off the Manx coast, but considered
it the young of Fisswrella Greca, with which opinion I do not
agree. It is not half the size of 8. Noachina.
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Genus 13.—EMARGINULA.—Lamarck.
Shell conical, shield-shaped; destitute of spiral convolutions ;
vertex inclined to the posterior extremity; anterior margin with
a fissure, or notch; internal cavity simple; anterior sides of the
muscular impression interrupted, expanded, and not continued
across the front.
1. Emarernuta Fissura, pl. XII, f. 17 and 19.
Emarginula fissura, First Ed., pl. 36, f. 17 and 19; Lamarck,
Syst., VI, pt. 2nd, p. 7; Brown, Conch. Text Book, p. 101, pl.
14, f. 17; Ib., Popular Ency., II, p. 378, pl. 17, f. 973 Patella
Jissura, Pennant, No. 152, p. 144, pl. 90, f. 151; Donovan, pl.
3, f. 2; Montagu, p. 490; Brown, Wernerian Mem., p. 583 ;
Fleming, p. 365; Forbes, p. 33; Martini, I, pl. 12, f. 109, 110;
Da Costa, pl. 1, f. 4; Maton and Rackett, p. 236; Turton,
Brit. Fau., p. 198.
Shell brownish-white, conic, subpellucid, and rather thick ;
surface furnished with longitudinal and concentric stria, pro-
ducing a beautiful lamellated appearance; vertex slightly re-
flected; anterior margin provided with a longitudinal fissure, or
slit, extending about a fourth of the length of the shell; inside
white, smooth, and glossy, sometimes of a skin colour; aperture
oval; margin slightly crenated. Length half an inch; height
three-eighths, and breadth nearly the same.
In the young shell the vertex is more reflexed, and in some
instances is slightly hooked, turning backwards nearly to the
anterior margin.
The E. fissura is rather local, and found on the coasts of
Dorsetshire, Devonshire, Cornwall, Kent, and Northumberland,
in England; the Frith of Forth and Clyde, Scotland; and at
Portmarnock, Ireland.
2 EMARGINULA RosEA, pl. XII, f. 2], 22.
Emarginula rosea, First Ed., pl. 36, f. 21, 22; Bell, Zool.
Journ., I, p. 52, pl. 4, f. 1.
“Shell ovate, cancellated, covered with a fuscous waved epi-
dermis; inside rose-coloured; vertex acute, very much incurved
and subinyolute, provided with a marginal fissure.’— Bell.
Found in Poole Harbour, by Thomas Bell, Esq., who took
three specimens by dredging.
Genus }4.—SctssurELLA—D’Orbigny.
Shell subelliptical, subdepressed; spire short, small, and con-
sisting of two or three volutions; aperture subovyal, oblique; lips
separated from each other above, on the left side; outer lip
sharp on the margin, with an oblong, deep slit, or foramen,
situate near the spire, and almost parallel with the suture, and
is continued externally as a subcarina; inner lip somewhat
reflected, with a large umbilicus behind it.
Probably the situation which this genus should occupy, is in
the family Turbinacea.
1. ScIsSURELLA CRISPATA.
Scissurella crispata, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 366.
« Transyersely ribbed, and spirally striated; inner lip reflected
on the body volution.
“ Breadth about the fifteenth of an inch; white, and without
any apparent cuticle; whorls three, increasing rather rapidly
from the slightly elevated apex, and sloping with a gentle con-
yexity, from the separating line to the keel; under side with a
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central cavity, from which the whorls extend, a little convex to
the keel. The whorls are marked by numerous fine transverse
arcuated ribs, narrower than the intervening spaces, crossed by
fine longitudinal strie (most conspicuous on the spaces), giving
to the shell its peculiar reticulated appearance ; the ribs on the
The aperture is sub-
orbicular, slightly depressed; the outer lip thin; the inner lip
slightly reflected over the cavity, spread on the body whorl, and
continuous with the outer lip. From the pillar cavity a shallow
gutter extends anteally, and joins the pillar lip; this is chiefly
conspicuous on the largest specimens.
upper side are coarser than those below.
The longitudinal slit in
the middle of the outer lip extends backwards about two-thirds
of the diameter of the shell, where it joins the narrow groove
in the keel of the shell which it had formerly occupied. The
margin of the slit is slightly elevated, as well as the groove,
which is seen winding round the whorls at the separating line,
nearly to the apex; the groove itself is slightly ribbed across.
I found this shell in 1809, and specimens then transmitted to
Colonel Montagu, were pronounced by him the fry of a Tro-
chus, it is, however, a well marked shell, and belongs to the
genus Scissurella of M. D’Orbigny.’”— Fleming.
Found by the Rey. Dr. Fleming, “in shell sand, at Noss,
Zetland, after a storm.”
Famiry V.—SEMIPHYLLIDIACEA.
Branchie situate under the margin of the mantle, and set in
a longitudinal series, on the right side of the body. The ani-
mals respire under water.
Genus 15.—PLEUROBRANCHUS.—Cuvier.
Shell placed internally on the back of the animal; halioti-
form, thin, flat, and obliquely oval; convex above, towards the
somewhat spiral apex, with a lateral, nearly terminal, depressed
vertex 5 aperture entire.
1, PLEUROBRANCHUS PLUMULA, pl. II, f. 14, 15.
Lamellaria plumula, First Ed., pl. 44, f. 14, 15; Pleuro-
branchus plumula, Fleming, p. 291; Brown, Conch. Text
Book, p. 102, pl. 14, f. 14; Smith, Wernerian Mem., VIII, p:
43; Bulla plumula, Montagu, p. 214, pl. 14, f. 9; Brown,
Ency., VI, p. 435; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 168; Fleming, Ency.,
VII, p. 84; Maton and Rackett, p. 183.
Shell oblong-ovate, depressed, very thin and pellucid, of a
yellowish horn-colour, with a very small convolution placed
near one end; whole surface strongly wrinkled concentrically,
with three radiating indentations, emanating at the apex, and
terminating on the lower margin; aperture the whole length
of the shell; inside very glossy, with undulations corresponding
to the wrinkles on the outside; pillar slightly inflected, so as to
form the depressed volution. Length upwards of half an inch;
breadth more than a quarter.
Discovered by Montagu on the rocks at Milton Sands, south
coast of Devonshire, and has since been found in many parts
of England, Scotland, and Treland.
_ 2. PLEUROBRANCHUS MEMBRANACEUS, pl. II, f. 9.
Lamellaria membranacea, First Ed., pl. 44, f. 9; Montagu,
Linn. Trans., XI, p. 184, pl. 12, f.3; Plewrobranchus mem-
branaceus, Fleming, p. 291.
INVOLUTE. |
Shell ovate, submembranaceous, greatly depressed, with a
single, minute volution; whole surface concentrically wrinkled ;
external surface covered with a silvery, iridescent epidermis,
exhibiting various nacred metallic hues, of blue, pink, and yel-
low; aperture extending the whole length of the shell, very
glossy internally, and has undulations corresponding with the
wrinkles of the outside. Length an inch and a half; and up-
wards of an inch in breadth.
This species is more membranous than P. plumula, some-
what more conyex, with the yolution and apex more prominent.
First found on the estuary of Kingsbridge, by Colonel Mon-
tagu; it has since been met with on several of the coasts of
Britain and Ireland.
Famity VI.—PuHy.iipiacka.
The branchie are situated beneath the margin of the mantle,
in a longitudinal series around the body. Animals respiring in
water.
Genus 16.—PatTe_ita—Linneus.
Shell ovate or oblong, more or less of a conical form, desti-
tute of spiral conyolutions; sometimes, although rarely, pyra-
midal; apex rarely central, generally placed anteriorly, with
its apex inclined towards the head of the animal; concave
within, and the margin entire; muscular impressions distinct,
and same form as the shell, placed about half way betwixt the
summit and the margin, interrupted in front where the head of
the animal is situated; external surface striated, or ribbed in a
variable manner, from the apex to the base; in the latter case,
the margin is variously dentated, stellated, or crenulated.
1. ParTELua vuieaTa, pl. XX, f. 5, 12, 14, 15, and 17.
Patella vulgata, First Ed., pl. 37, f. 5, 12, 14, 15, and 173;
Linné, Syst. p. 1258; Lamarck, Syst., VI, pt. Ist, p. 3315
Fleming, Brit. An., p. 286; Ib., Ency., p.65; Brown, Ency.
Brit., p. 465; Ib., Wernerian Mem., II, p. 532; Montagu, p.
475; Forbes, p. 36; Maton and Rackett, p. 229.
Shell subconic, oval; vertex obtuse, nearly central, or situate
nearest the smaller end; external surface with numerous, diver-
gent ribs, or stria, emanating from the apex, and terminating
on the margin, which is either plain, or stellated and indented,
as the shell may be ribbed or striated respectively; external
colour various, most frequently of a dull, dusky brown, reddish-
brown, or dirty yellow; inside extremely glossy and transparent,
variable in colour, frequently iridescent, either plain, or exhibit-
ing beautiful radiations of blue, purple, or brown.
The Patella vulgata is liable to great variation in its degree
of elevation, general form, and external appearance, depending,
in a great measure, on the fineness or coarseness of its strie,
and the number and elevation of its ribs. In some it is covered
with fine, close-set, radiating strie, crossed by irregular, inequi-
distant, concentric stri#, or lines of growth; in others it is
strongly ribbed, producing an indented margin; these ribs are
always irregular in number, and the interstices with divergent
strie. The interior is also subject to much variety of colour ;
being horn-coloured, bluish-white, or yellow, and either plain,
or with radiations of different hues; often with a dark brown,
or blackish, large, regular mark in the middle.
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The following are the more prominent varieties :
Vureata, pl. XX, f.17. Longitudinally stri-
ated, ov with ribs but slightly developed.
Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 142, pl. 89, f. 145; Donovan,
pl. 14, first fig.
Variety 2. Communis, pl. XX, f.15. Shell depressed, with
sharp, subcarinated, irregular vibs, both in size and number,
producing an acutely angular, irregular margin ; between the
ribs the shell is often radiated with brown or purple. This is
the most common form.
Patella depressa, Pennant, p. 142, pl. 89, f. 146; Da Costa,
p- 3, pl. 1, f. 1, 2, and 8; Donovan, pl. 14, all the figures but
the first.
Variety 3. A.LBuMENA, pl. XX, f. 12 and 14. Shell de-
pressed ; outside with numerous, nearly equidistant, divergent,
rounded, but rather flat ribs, blunt at their evternal ends, and
always protruding considerably beyond the margin, the inter-
stices with strong and rather regular strie ; generally of a
yellowish fawn-colour, and often with from four to six concen-
tric bands of burnt terra-sienna colour ; inside of a pale bluish
or yellowish-white, the glazing thickened, subopaque, and not
very glossy, having much the appearance of albumen.
This variety is very easily distinguished in all the stages of
its growth. I first noticed this very beautiful variety on rocks
at Color Cots, near Tynemouth, Northumberland, in 1810, and
T. W. Warren, Esq., of Dublin, has lately furnished me with a
complete series from Portmarnock, Ireland.
Variety 4. Contca, pl. XX, f.5. Shell conical; its height
being nearly equal to its length; with strong, radiating, blunt,
rounded ribs, protruding but little beyond the margin, which
Variety 1.
is, in consequence, but slightly undulous.
This variety prevails on the coast near Bamborough Castle,
and on some rocks at Holy Island, Northumberland. It is also
met with in other places of England and Ireland. I noticed it
in the latter country near Balbriggan, and at Killough, County
of Down.
2. PATELLA viRGINEA, pl. XX, f. 1, 4, and 6.
Patella virginea, First Ed., pl. 37, f. 1, 4, and 6; Linn.
Gmelin, 3711; Patella tessulata, Miiller, Zool. Dun., pl. 12, f.
4, 5; Forbes, p. 36; Maton and Rackett, p. 234; Brown, Ency.
Brit., p. 466; Ib., Wernerian Mem., p. 533; Fleming, p. 287 ;
Patella parva, Da Costa, p. 7, pl. 8, f. 11; Donovan, pl. 21, f.
2; Montagu, p. 480; Turton, Brit. Fau., p. 197.
Shell thin, oval, subconic, subdepressed; generally covered
with a grayish epidermis; beneath which the surface is gene-
rally beautifully radiated with alternately broad and narrow pale
brownish-red. or pink, frequently commingling in a catinated
manner, sometimes only visible near the margin; longitudinally
striated, and crossed concentrically with nearly obsolete wrin-
kles; vertex acute, situate nearest one end; inside smooth,
glossy, of a rosy or purple hue, and in some instances white.
Length upwards of three-eighths of an inch; breadth a quarter
of an inch; height not quite so much. It is found but rarely
half an inch long.
A local species, found in Falmouth Harbour, Whitesand Bay,
Cornwall; Salcomb Bay, Devonshire; the coasts of Northum-
berland and Durham; the Friths of Forth and Clyde; the
Manx coast; and several shores of Ireland, as Dublin Bay,
Portmarnock, Lough Strangford, and Coye of Cork.
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3. Pareuta Forsesit, Supplementary plate, f. 1, 2.
Patella Forbesii, Smith, Wernerian Mem., VIII, p. 59, pl.
Digsy aoe
Shell thin, pellucid, obovate, gibbous, orange-coloured ; with
regular, longitudinal, tuberculous striae; vertex inclined, inflect-
ed. Length two-tenths of an inch; breadth one-eighth.
“The regular, tuberculated, longitudinal strie, radiating from
the submarginal apex, at once distinguish this species from any
of its allies among the British Patelle.
the Lottia pulchella.
cated, and the colour of the shell is orange-yellow.
In form it resembles
The margin behind the apex is trun-
When the
animal shall have been examined, it may prove to be a Lottia.”
Forbes.
Dredged in Rothesay Bay, by James Smith, Esq., of Jordan
Hill, adhering to a case-bottle in ten fathoms water.
4. PATELLA PELLUCIDA, pl. XX, f. 2, 3, 7, 8, and 11.
Patella pellucida, First Ed., pl. 37, f.11; Linné, Syst., p.
1260; Da Costa, p.7, pl. 1, f.53; Pennant, p. 150, pl. 90, f.
150, right hand fig., and f. 152, bottom fig.; Patella levis,
Lamarck, VI, pt. 1, p. 334; Da Costa, p. 7, pl. 1, f. 5; Mon-
tagu, p. 474; Maton and Rackett, p. 233; Brown, Wernerian
Mem., II, p. 538; Ib., Ency. Brit., p. 465; Fleming, Brit. An.,
p. 287; Ib., Edin. Ency., p. 65, pl. 204, f. 2, 3, young; Turton,
Brit. Fau., p. 197; Forbes, p. 36.
Shell smooth, subpellucid, thin, yellowish-green; back con-
vex, elegantly rounded; with an inclining vertex, which is placed
nearer one end; from the superior portion behind the vertex
emanate a series of beautiful azure-blue, translucent, interrupt-
ed rays, irregular in point of number, varying from three to
seven, and terminating on the margin; some nearly obsolete,
concentric wrinkles traverse the shell; aperture oval; margin
plain, inclining slightly upwards at both ends; inside glossy, of
a bluish opalescent cast of colour, changing in hue according to
Length one inch; breadth nearly three-
quarters; height five-eighths.
the play of light.
Patella elongata and Patella parva, Fleming, Edin. Ency.,
p- 65, pl. 204, f.2, 3; (pl. XX, f. 2, 3, and 7) Patella bima-
culata, Montagu, p. 482, pl. 13, f.6; Turton, Brit. Fau., p.
197; Maton and Rackett, p. 235. (pl. XX, f. 7.)
The young shell, pl. XX, f. 2, 3, 7, 8, is extremely thin and
brittle, and of a much paler colour than the adult, usually of a
yellowish horn-colour.
This species inhabits most of the coasts of Great Britain and
Treland, generally adhering to the Fucus digitatus, alge, and
other marine plants.
Much difference of opinion exists respecting this and the fol-
lowing shell being of one species. As far as my observation
has gone, I am inclined to consider them as different ; because
I have met with shells of all ages, agreeing with each in its
specific distinctions. The young of the following species is
invariably thicker, and always depressed like the adult; and,
moreover, the P. pellucida is always found on the leaves of the
plants, while the P. c@rulea inhabits the stems or roots.
My friend William Nicol, Esq., of Edinburgh, has a most
perfect series of both shells, from the very youngest condition
to the most mature, which beautifully illustrates the subject.
At the meeting of the British Association, held at Manches-
ter, in 1842, Mr. Peach, of the Preventive Service at Ghoran
Haven, Cornwall, read a Paper, and exhibited specimens to
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prove their identity, but I did not think he established his
views on the subject.
5. PaTELua cHRULEA, pl. XX, f. 13.
Patella cerulea, First Ed., pl. 37, f. 13; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VII, p. 65, pl. 204, f. 1, adult, 1 a, young shell; Pen-
nant, pl. 90, f. 150, left hand fig., young; Brown, Wernerian
Mem., p. 533; Ib., Ency. Brit. p. 465; Forbes, p. 36; Mon-
tagu, Sup., p. 152; Patella pellucida, Montagu, Sup., p- 475 5
Donovan, I, pl. 3, f- 1; Maton and Rackett, p. 234, the adult
shell; Da Costa, pl. 1, f. 6.
Shell depressed, rather opaque, thick, slightly ovoid, of a
yellowish-brown colour ; vertex flat, much rounded, and situate
near to one end; concentrically wrinkled, with a series of pale
azure-blue, shining, interrupted radii, which extend from the
vertex to the base, and generally, also, on the sides; aperture
subovate, opalescent, shining, blue internally; lips rather thick-
ened. Length one inch; breadth eight-tenths; height five-
tenths.
Inhabits most of the British and Irish coasts, attached to the
stems and interstices of the roots of alge, Fucus digitatus, &c.
Genus 17.—Lorr1a.—Gray:
Shell patelliform, rather depressed; vertex obtuse, for the
most part placed considerably towards one end, pointing to the
posterior margin; muscular impressions not symmetrical, but
widest on the right side, towards that portion of the shell where
the head of the animal is situate; aperture generally rather cir-
cular; the central disc usually of a deep brown, variable in
intensity; with a flattish internal margin.
The shells of this genus so closely resemble those of Patella,
that they are with difficulty distinguished. They are, however,
generally flatter. The animal is very distinct from that of Pa-
tella.
1. Loria TEstupiNnaLts, pl. XX, f. 9, 10.
Patella clypeus, First Ed., pl. 37, £..9, 10; Patella testudi-
nalis, Miiller; Fabricius, Fau. Greenland, p. 385; Forbes, p.
34; Patella Clelandi, Sowerby ; Smith, Wernerian Mem., VIII,
p- 43.
Shell oval, subdepressed; with numerous, fine, divergent,
slightly waved, and rather regular strie, emanating from the
slightly acute, reflected vertex, and terminating on the mar-
gins; these are crossed by extremely numerous, and very
close, concentric striz, and somewhat distant, more conspicuous
lines of growth; external surface of a pale fawn colour, beau-
tifully mottled with dark, reddish-brown, surrounding oblong-
ovate, rather regular eye-like spots of the ground colour; inside
very glossy, bluish-white; margin a little flattened, and orna-
mented with nearly equidistant, dark brown spots; centre with
an intensely dark, reddish-brown, well defined, large mark, sur-
rounded by an indistinct disk of pale brown.
First discovered as British by Stewart Ker, Esq., in the Gare
Loch, on the Clyde, and has since been met with in different
parts of Argyleshire; and Professor Forbes found it at Bal-
laugh, Isle of Man, under the surface of stones at very low
water.
2. Lorria PULCHELLA.
Lottia pulchella, Forbes, p. 35; Ib., Mag. Nat. Hist., VIIT,
p- 591, f. 61.
PHYLLIDIACEA. |
Shell ovate, subpellucid, provided with from ten to twelve
moniliform, tesselated, red rays; apex acute, and submarginal ;
ground colour of the exterior of an opaque reddish-white.
Length somewhat more than a quarter of an inch; breadth
about a fourth narrower than its length.
This shell was discovered by Professor Forbes, on the Manx
coast, adhering to shells in deep water, who says it is allied to
the Patella virginea, but differs from that species, in never at-
taining so large a size; and in the markings, especially in the
young shell, being of a bluish-white colour, with red rays.
Genus 18.—Cuiton.—Linneus.
Shell elongated, or oblong-oval ; consisting of eight valves,
placed transversely on the back of the animal, which is convex ;
these valves are moveable and imbricated, the edge of the one
resting on that below it, the terminal ones being rounded exte-
riorly; valves surrounded by a coriaceous marginal skin, or
ligament; several of the valves are provided with marginal
teeth, which are, however, concealed by the marginal liga-
ment.
Section I.— Marginal ligament spinous.
1. Cnrron Fascricutaris, pl. XXI, f. 5 and 8.
Chiton fascicularis, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 5 and 8; Linné, p.
1106; Montagu, p. 5, pl. 27, f.5; Maton and Rackett, p. 21,
pl. 1, f 1; Brown, Ency. Brit., p. 402; Ib., Wernerian Mem.,
p- 503; Fleming, p. 288; Ib., Edin. Ency., VII, p. 103; La-
marck, Syst., VI, pt. Ist, p. 321; Lowe, Zool. Journ., II, p. 96;
Ency. Meth., pl. 162, f. 15; Forbes, p. 37.
Shell subcarinated; the carina of the valves longitudinally
striated, their sides thickly studded with coarse, elevated gra-
nules, which are distinct to the naked eye; the centre of the
first and last valves destitute of the longitudinal strie; ligamen-
tary margin also provided with coarse granulations, more or less
spinous, and furnished with fasciculi of grayish, short bristles,
situate at the interstices of the valves, on the sides, and round
the first and terminal valves; marginal teeth of the valves vari-
able, sometimes having three notches on each side, with the
intermediate space crenulated; these crenulations are sometimes
so deep in the last valve, and reach within a short distance of
either extremity, that they may almost be considered as teeth ;
the colour is variable, generally cinereous, or dark olive-green ;
marginai fringe very distinct, and bristly. Length varying from
a quarter to three-quarters of an inch; breadth somewhat more
than half its length.
This species seems liable to variety, as it will be noticed that
fig. 8, which was drawn from one procured by Dr. Goodall on
the rocks at Weymouth, has twenty-one tufts of hairs, one of
which is placed on the extreme point of the terminal valve,
while, in general, only twenty fasciculi are met with, none being
on the terminal valve. Montagu says that this species has only
eighteen tufts.
This shell is not uncommon on many of the British coasts ;
and is a deep water species, generally found attached to oysters
and stones. The very fine specimen from which fig. 5 was
drawn, was procured at Lough Strangford, County of Down,
Treland, where it is plentiful of that size. The smaller one, fig.
8, is not uncommon in the Frith of Forth.
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2. CuiTon pDiscREPANS, pl. XXI, f. 20.
Chiton discrepans, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 20; Chiton
Ency. Meth., p. 163, f. 11, 127
Shell much elongated, narrow, acutely carinated; valves
shield-shaped, and acutely pointed beneath; along the centre
of the valves is a lance-shaped elevation, which is striated lon-
gitudinally ; valves covered with strong, round, elevated, regu-
2
larly set papille, except at the edges, which are plain; at the
junction of each valve is a tuft of strong, straight, stiff bristles ;
whole margin beset with rather distant, very minute, gray hairs;
valves generally of an orange-yellow; margin deep umber-
brown.
This species. differs from the preceding in being much more
carinated, in the valves being a third narrower, in the fasciculi
of bristles being shorter and more stunted, in the papille being
round instead of oval, and the whole shell being much narrower
in proportion to its length.
Several specimens of this shell, new to the British Concho-
logist, were sent to me from George Lyons, Esq., of Tenby,
Wales, where it is common, and where it was mistaken for the
C. fascicularis.
3. Cuiron crinitus, pl. XXI, f. 20.
Chiton crinitus, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 20; Pennant, IV, p. 71,
pl. 36, f. 1, 1; Gmelin, Linn. Syst., p. 3206; Montagu, p. 4;
Maton and Rackett, p. 20; Fleming, Edin. Ency., p. 103.
«“ Shell with seven valves; thick set with short hairs; five-
eighths of an inch long. Inhabits the sea, near Aberdeen.”—
Pennant. Mr. Boys informed Montagu that he had also found
it at Sandwich.
Section I1—Marginal ligament striated, or papillose.
4. Curron tavis, pl. XXI, f. 10, 11.
Chiton levis, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 10, 11; Pennant, IV, p. 72,
pl. 36, f. 3; Montagu, p. 2; Brown, Ency. Brit., p. 402; Ib.,
Wernerian Mem., p. 503; Fleming, Edin. Ency., p. 102; Ib.,
Brit. An., p. 90; Forbes, p. 37; Maton and Rackett, p. 21.
Shell with eight smooth, slightly carinated, pointed valves,
generally of a deep reddish-brown, mottled with white, but is
liable to considerable variety both in colour and markings, with
remote, nearly obsolete striw; margin broad, fringe very minute,
with fine decussated strie. Length a little more than half an
inch; breadth more than half its length.
Found on many of the coasts of Great Britain and Ireland,
in deep water, although it may be considered a local species.
First noticed in Loch Broom, Rossshire; the Frith of Forth,
coast of Northumberland, Devonshire, Manx coast, and at
Rathgarmont, Lough Strangford, Ireland.
5. Cuiron acuatinus, pl. XXI, f. 4, 12, 13, and 15.
Chiton achatinus, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 4, 12, 13, and 15;
Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 402.
Shell very oblong; valves narrow, and long in proportion to
their breadth, considerably elevated in the centre, but not cari-
nated; pale lilac-coloured in some specimens, and olive-green
in others, beautifully marbled with reddish-brown, and indis-
tinctly striated transversely, following the wave of the valves;
both anterior and posterior terminal valves are covered with
transversely arcuated strie, and the whole of them very minutely
shagreened; margin with upright oval, minute specks of sha-
green.
66 MOLLUSCA.
This shell has much the aspect of the following species, but
differs in the margin being much broader, the whole shell being
much more oblong, in the valves being longer in proportion to
their breadth, and also in being more elevated in the middle
than that shell.
Found at Newhaven, Mid Lothian, adhering to an oyster, by
General Bingham. The late Rev. Dr. Goodall, Provost of
Eton College, found this very elegant species at extreme low
water-mark, on a stone at Tor Abbey rocks. In his specimen
the valves were of a dark liver-coloured brown, with a double
spot of pale green on each; the transverse striae, which pro-
duce the shagreened appearance, were exceedingly minute.
He had mistaken it for the C. levis.
men from which fig. 15 as well as fig. 12 were drawn, were dis-
covered at Oban, Argyleshire, and presented to me by my late
friend Captain Charles Carmichael, an accurate and zealous
The magnificent speci-
naturalist.
6. Curron ruBER, pl. XXI, f. 6 and 9.
Chiton ruber, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 6 and 9; Lowe, Zool.
Journ., II, p. 101, pl. 5, f. 2; Brown, Ency., p. 401; Forbes,
p> 37:
Shell carinated; valves broad, quite smooth, polished, and
shining, destitute of punctures or granulations, but with nume-
rous, rather faint, irregular, transverse striae, or lines of growth,
which are more determinate on the sides of the valves, where
they are longitudinal; margin broad, with irregularly granose,
or farina-like dots; whole surface with bright reddish-brown, or
burnt sienna-coloured clouds, spots, or undulations ; marginal
fringe of a light red-colour, and not very distinct; middle valves
provided with two marginal teeth; first valve with nine teeth,
and the terminal one with ten. Length three-eighths of an
inch; breadth about a quarter.
Found in deep water in the Frith of Forth; on the coasts of
Argyleshire, Yorkshire, Northumberland, and Durham; and
Lough Strangford, Ireland. It is a rare species.
7. Cuiron MaArGrnatus, pl. XXI, f. 3.
Chiton marginatus, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 33; Pennant, IV, p-
71, pl. 36, f. 2; Montagu, p. 1; Maton and Rackett, p- 21, pl.
1, f. 2; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 5033 Ib., Ency. Brit.,
p- 403; Ib., Popular Ency., I, p. 378, pl. 17, f. 103; Chiton
cinereus, Lowe, Zool. Journ., II, p. 99; Forbes, p- 37.
Shell a little carinated, ovoid; valves but slightly beaked ;
whole surface covered with regular, shagreen-like granulations ;
colour various, frequently dusky, or drab, and sometimes mot-
tled; marginal ligament with five meal-like, irregular papilli,
its edges with a minute fringe of a dusky brown-colour; the
first valve with about ten marginal teeth, and the terminal one
with twelve. J.ength about five-eighths of an inch; breadth
three-eighths.
Found in deep water on many of the British coasts, namely,
Devonshire, Dorsetshire; Friths of Forth and Clyde; and
Dublin Bay, Ireland.
8. Cuniron crNnEREvs, pl. XXI, f. 18.
Chiton cinereus, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 18; Montagu, p. 3;
Fleming, p. 289; Ib., Ency., p. 102; Brown, Ency. Brit., p.
402; Maton and Rackett, p. 22, pl. 1, f. 3; Forbes, p- 37.
Shell oval, broad in proportion to its length, the first and
terminal valves broadly rounded; valves very slightly elevated
in the centre, with blunted beaks; whole shell with fine, irre-
[GasTEROPODA
gular shagreen; margin with irregular, elevated papilli, and
slightly fringed at the edge; whole surface, including the mar-
gin, of an uniform dusky ash-colour. Length somewhat more
than a quarter of an inch; breadth not so much.
Found on the coasts of Weymouth and Poole, adhering to
rocks and oysters; and has been met with in the Frith of
Clyde.
9. Cniron Fuscatus, pl. XXI, f. 17.
Chiton fuscatus, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 17.
Shell oval, of a dusky brown-colour; the valves but little
elevated, and slightly pointed; their surface, as well as the
marginal ligament,—which is very narrow,—coyvered with fine
shagreen-like papilli; and the outer edges of the valves with
longitudinal strie; destitute of a fringe on the edge of the bor-
der. Length nearly three-quarters of an inch; breadth about
five-eighths.
Found adhering to oysters in the Frith of Forth; and under
stones, at very low water, at Crammond, Ireland.
10. Cniron Axpus, pl. XXI, f. 2.
Chiton Albus, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 2; Montagu, p. 4; Maton
and Rackett, p. 22, pl. 1, f. 4; Fleming, Brit. An., p- 290; Ib.,
Edin. Ency., p. 103; Brown, Ency. Brit., p- 402.
Shell oval, white; with the valves but little raised, short in
proportion to their breadth, and very slightly pointed; whole
surface covered with minute punctures; border rather dusky,
with decussated striz, producing a fine shagreen-like appear-
ance, when viewed through a strong lens, and destitute of a
fringe on its edge. Length three-eighths of an inch; breadth
somewhat less.
Found on oysters in the Frith of Forth, and at Poole, Dor-
setshire, and is invariably a deep water species.
11. Curron AsExuus, pl. XXI, f. 14 and 19.
Chiton Asellus, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 14 and 19; Ency. Meth.,
pl. 161, f. 12; Lowe, Zool. Journ., II, p. 101.
Shell subcarinated; valves slightly beaked, covered with
moniliform, or chain-like granulations, disposed in the form of
longitudinal, slightly oblique strie; marginal ligament rather
broad, with black, shagreen-like granulations, and provided with
a slight fringe; the whole of the valves destitute of marginal
teeth, but with their internal edges minutely crenulated, or
granulose ; colour yariable, sometimes chocolate-brown, and at
others olive-green. Length about three-eighths of an inch;
breadth somewhat more than a quarter.
Lowe says, “in young specimens the posterior edges of the
valves are dark brown, or black, which extends over about half
the valve; in older shells this colour becomes deeper, and ex-
tends gradually over the whole of that part of each valve, which
is covered by the preceding as the shell contracts in drying.”
Fig. 14 is a greatly magnified figure of a specimen, sent to me
by Captain Carmichael, in which the valves are green, and the
border brown.
This species is found near Oban, on the Argyleshire coast.
12. Cuiron AsEtLoipEs, pl. XXI, f. 21.
Chiton Aselloides, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 21.
Shell ovoid, carinated; valves with a slight beak, the first and
terminal ones with eleven or twelve teeth, middle ones with two
each ; whole surface covered with minute, regular granulations,
but not beaded as in the preceding species; margin black, with
coarse raised granulations; fringe very short, and indistinct 5
PHYLLIDIACEA. |
colour yarious, dark chocolate-brown, burnt terra-sienna, or
yellowish-white, with clouds, streaks, or spots. Length not
quite half an inch; breadth somewhat more than half its
length.
This shell has much the general appearance of the former
species, but its marginal teeth sufficiently characterise it as dis-
tinct.
Found at Oban and Appin, on the Argyleshire coast, but is
very rare. The handsome specimen from which I drew fig. 21,
was sent me by Captain Carmichael.
Section III.— Marginal ligament smooth.
13. Curron Lavicatus, pl. XXI, f. 1 and 16.
Chiton latus, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 1 and 16; Chiton leviga-
tus, Fleming, Edin. Ency., p. 103; Lowe, Zool. Journ., II, p.
EM bls Bley 7h
Shell oblong, broad, somewhat wider behind than before, and
slightly carinated; valves smooth, shining, and beaked, with
minute granulations; marginal ligament quite smooth, simple,
with a very short and indistinct fringe; first valve with nine
broad teeth, and the terminal one with eight broad teeth;
colour generally dark reddish-olive, and mottled with a paler
hue, in others approaching to dark slate-colour, and sometimes
reddish-brown. Length somewhat more than an inch; breadth
three-fifths of its length.
In the character of the marginal teeth, this shell approaches
that of C. ruber.
Found by Mr. Lowe, at Oban, Argyleshire, on the under side
of loose rocks, which are only uncovered at Spring tides, about
fifty yards south of the Custom House, and also at Appin, by
Captain Carmichael, who sent me the specimen from which fig.
1 was drawn. Fig. 16 was taken from a specimen found by my
MOLLUSCA. 67
late friend Mr. Hancock, of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, below Tyne-
mouth Castle, in 1809; so that he was the discoverer of the
species. It was found plentifully in Zetland and Loch Broom,
by Dr. Fleming.
Section IV.—Doubtful species.
14. Cuniron piscors.
Chiton discors, Maton and Rackett, p. 20; Chiton septem-
valvis, Montagu, p. 3.
“With seven carinated valves, strongly beaked; the five
middle ones divided transversely from the anterior base to the
beak, the hinder compartment very fine shagreen, the other
very smooth, or faintly striated transversely; the extreme valve
at each end rufous-brown, the rest generally dark cinereous;
beaks frequently rufous; margin moderately broad, and finely
reticulated; shape of C. levis. Length half an inch.
“Found in Saleomb Bay, but rare.”—Montagu.
Whether this is a distinct species, it is difficult to determine;
although I think in all probability it is, as well as the following
species, Jusus nature. Montagu, in his Supplement, says, “we
are inclined to believe this an accidental variety of C. mar-
ginatus.”
15. CuHITON QUINQUEVALVIS, pl. XXI, f. 22.
Chiton quinquevalvis, First Ed., pl. 35, f. 22.
Shell oval, carinated, of a reddish-gray; with five consider-
ably beaked valves, covered with strong, shagreen-like papilli ;
valves divided on each side by a deep groove, inclining obliquely
from the flat edge towards the beaks, where the grooves termi-
nate; margin rather broad, covered with extremely fine, irregu-
lar, shagreen-like papilli, with the edge ciliated. Length three
and a half eighths of an inch; breadth three-eighths.
Found at Tenby, by General Bingham.
CLASS SECOND.
CONCHIFERA;
Animals soft, without articulations, destitute of a head or
organs of vision, and always fixed within a BIVALVE shell;
provided with external branchie, a simple circulation, and an
unilocular heart.
All the species are aquatic, living either in the sea or fresh
water. None of the animals have an internal shell. The body
is invariably soft, and the mouth is situated near the left side of
the hinge.
Sus-Division I.
Ligament none or unknown, or in its stead a tendinous chord,
which supports the shell.
ORDER I.—MONOMYARIA.
Animals provided with but one muscle of attachment, or ad-
ductor muscle, which leaves one subcentral muscular impression
inside of each valve.
Famity I.—Bracuropopa.
Shell bivalve, adhering to extraneous marine bodies, either
by the shell itself, being in contact with them, or attached by
a tendinous chord. Shells not quite equivalve, and open by a
hinge.
Genus 1.—TEREBRATULA.—Bruguiere.
Shell inequivalve, equilateral, generally trigonal and gibbous;
attached by a short peduncle to extraneous marine bodies; the
larger, or upper valve, with a projecting umbo, frequently bent,
and perforated at its apex, or notched at its inner edge, and
having a small curved tooth on each side of its hinge, which fits
into a corresponding pit in the opposite valve; the inside of the
smaller valve is provided with two slender testaceous processes,
which are sometimes simple, short, and recurved, at others con-
siderably elongated, branched, bent in various directions, and
anastomosing for the most part; sometimes they are situate
near the centre of the valve, and in other instances are united
by their points to the shell; these usually emanate from each
side of the hinge; both valves are provided with two nearly
obsolete, muscular impressions, but sometimes they are strongly
developed; those of the larger, or perforated valve, are oblong,
central, and close to each other; in the smaller valve they are
triangular, with their angles rounded, also nearly central, but
more distant than in the other valve.
1. TEREBRATULA cRANIUM, pl. XXII, f. 10, 11, 12.
Terebratula cranium, First Ed., pl. 34, f. 10, 11, 12; Miiller,
Prod., p. 249; Ib., Zool. Dun., pl. 84, f.1; Fleming, Phil.
Zool., II, p. 498, pl. 4, £45 Ib., Brit. An, p. 368; Terebra-
OR BIVALVES.
tula vitrea, Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 96; Montagu, Linn.
Trans., p. 288, pl. 13, f.2 B; Anomia cranium, Brown, Ency.
Brit., VI, p. 422; Turton, Biv., p. 236.
Shell ventricose, front margin slightly truncated, semitrans-
parent, brownish-white, with the external surface finely and
delicately shagreened, which can only be seen by the aid of a
strong lens, and slightly and irregularly wrinkled concentrically ;
larger valve with bifid lateral teeth; those of the smaller valve,
with a small, horizontally projecting tooth, from which emanate
two projecting processes, upwards of three-fourths across the
shell; provided with a simple peduncle.
Found in deep water at Bressay, Zetland, by Dr. Fleming;
and a single specimen was dredged alive in Dublin Bay, which
is now in the Museum of the Dublin Society.
2. TEREBRATULA AuRITA, pl. XXII, f. 13, 14, 15.
Terebratula aurita, First Ed., pl. 34, f. 13, 14, 15; Fleming,
Phil. Zool., II, p. 498, pl. 4, f. 5; Ib., Brit. An., p. 369; Tere-
bratula costata, Lowe, Zool. Journ., II, p. 105, pl. 5, f. 8, 9.
Shell rather thin, semitransparent, and compressed; narrow
at the summit, suddenly widening as it descends, and termi-
nating in a well rounded basal margin; upper valve flattish,
semicordate, and inequilateral; beak slightly produced, a little
rounded, and horizontally truncated, for the reception of the
perforation, which is large, and completed by the pointed umbo
of the lower, or smaller valve; lower valve somewhat rounded,
a little depressed, with a slight central elevation; both valves
covered externally with regular, longitudinal, divergent, some-
what scabrous ribs, which are interrupted by a few irregular,
inequidistant lines of growth, producing a scaly or yaulted ap-
pearance ; margin of the valves regularly rounded and toothed,
but destitute of any sinuosity; colour an obscure reddish-brown
towards the beaks, which becomes less intense as it diverges
towards the margins; inner surface minutely punctated, pale
yellowish, or cream-coloured white; peduncle short, consisting
of numerous, unequal, tubular filaments, attached to a compli-
cated tendino-muscular apparatus, and chiefly to the lower
valve. Length somewhat more than three-tenths of an inch;
breadth rather less.
Discovered by M. J. Berkeley, Esq., attached to the under
side of a rock, on the beach near the Custom House, Oban, at
a very low tide. A specimen was sent to me, from the same
locality, by Captain Carmichael; and Dr. Fleming found it in
Ullapool, Loch Broom.
3. TrREBRATULA PsITTACEA, pl. XLVI, f. 2, 3, 4.
Terebratula psittacea, First Ed., pl. 10,* f£. 2, 3, 4; Turton,
Conch. Dict., p. 5, pl. 11, f. 42; Ib., Brit. Biv., p. 236.
Shell oval, convex, of a dark horn-colour; beaks greatly pro-
duced, and curved; superior margin undulated ; sides abruptly
turned inwards, depressed, and provided with a few longitudinal
striae; front margin somewhat indented on both sides, and pro-
OsTRACEA. |
duced in the middle; whole surface invested with fine longitu-
dinal, divergent strie; perforation a little triangular. Length
nearly an inch and a quarter; breadth one inch.
This specimen was cast ashore at Teignmouth.
It is doubtful whether this is a true British species.
Genus 2.—OrpicuLa.—Cuvier.
Shell inequivalve, nearly orbicular, compressed; generally
irregular in form, adherent, flat, and attached by means of a
fibrous substance, passing through an orifice near the centre of
the lower valve; upper valve patelliform, its vertex posterior,
or nearly central; each valve provided with four muscular im-
pressions, two of which are large, approximate, and situate near
the centre, and two smaller and more distant, placed near the
posterior margin; those of the lower valve not so well defined
as the others; contiguous to the inner extremity of the orifice
there is an obtuse testaceous process; destitute of hinge teeth,
or a ligament.
1. Orsicuta Norvecica, pl. XXII, f. 9, and pl. XX, f.
21,.22.
Orbicula Norvegica, First Ed., pl. 37, f. 21, 22, and pl. 34,
f. 9; Lamarck, VI, pt. Ist, p. 242, G. B.; Sowerby, Linn.
Trans., XILI, p. 468, pl. 26, f. 2; Stark, Elem. Nat. Hist., II,
p- 75; Discina Ostreoides, Lamarck, VI, pt. Ist, p. 237;
Fleming, Brit. An., p. 376; Stark, Elem. Nat. Hist., p. 76;
Turton, Brit. Biv., p. 238; Patella anomala, Miiller, Zool.
Dun., I, p. 14, pl. 5, f. 1 to 7; Patella distorta, Fleming,
Edin. Ency., VII, p. 65, pl. 204, f.4; Montagu, Linn. Trans.,
XI, p. 195, pl. 13, f. 5.
Shell subquadrangular, somewhat irregular in shape, and
rugged in the margin; upper valve patelliform, convex, con-
centrically wrinkled by the lines of growth, with a wart-like
subcentral protuberance; of a dull yellowish-brown colour ;
under valve quite flat, very thin, and adhering its whole cir-
cumference to submarine stones, and other substances; inside
bluish-white, and minutely granulated; furnished with four
muscular impressions.
Found in deep water at Zetland, and is not uncommon in the
Clyde, particularly in Rothesay Bay.
Famity II.—Osrtraceka.
Ligament placed either interiorly, or nearly so; shell irregu-
lar in form, foliaceous, and sometimes papyraceous.
Sus-Diviston I—Ligament placed interiorly; shell thin,
papyraceous.
Genus 3.—ANnomiA.—Linneus.
Shell inequivalye, irregular, operculated; under valve flat-
tened, with a large circular or ovate perforation near the hinge,
with its edges turned back, through which protrudes a testace-
ous, or bony, straight, elliptical operculum or plug, with a dilated
base, by which the shell adheres to extraneous bodies; upper
valve the larger, concave, and entire; ligament large, transverse,
internal, and placed within the upper valve, at the umbo, and
to a prominent, expanding appendage in the depressed valve;
lower valve with a single, orbicular, nearly central, muscular
s
MOLLUSCA. 69
impression; upper valve .with three impressions, situate con-
tiguous to each other, the largest is next the base of the shell,
which is connected by means of its muscle with the plug, and
the other two are also connected, by the medium of their
muscle, with the single impression in the lower, or flattened
valve.
1. Awnomi1a Epuippium, pl. XXII, f. 1 and 4.
Anomia Ephippium, First Ed., pl. 34, f. 1 and 4; Linné, p-
1150; Lamarck, VI, pt. Ist, p. 226; Pennant, p. 109, pl. 62;
Montagu, p. 155; Donovan, I, pl. 26; Maton and Rackett, p.
102; Brown, Ency. Brit., p. 422; Ib., Ency. Edin., p. 548, pl.
54, f. 3; Ib., Wernerian Mem., p. 514; Fleming, p. 395; Ib.,
Edin. Ency., p. 98; Forbes, p. 38; Turton, Biy., p- 227, pl. 18,
fo 23:
Shell suborbicular, subpellucid, irregularly waved and wrin-
kled; generally of a pale yellowish-white on the outside, and of
a shining pearly lustre within, reflecting various hues, according
to the play of light; one valve convex, the other flat, with a
pretty large perforation near the hinge, through which protrudes
a thick testaceous plug, by which the shell is affixed to extrane-
ous bodies.
This species is not uncommon in our seas, attached to oysters
and other extraneous bodies; often assuming the form of the
substance to which it is attached. Very curious specimens are
frequently found adhering to the Pecten opercularis and Pecten
maximus ; these take the impression of the ribs and markings
of those species, and produce a very beautiful appearance.
The A. Ephippium abounds in Lough Strangford, Ireland,
of a very large size, adhering to Oysters.
2. ANOMIA UNDULATA, pl. XXII, f. 2, 3.
Anomia undulata, First Ed., pl. 34, f. 2, 3; Linn. Gmelin,
p- 3346; Montagu, p. 157 and p- 580, pl. 4, f. 6; Ency. Meth.,
pl. 184, f.5, 6; Maton and Rackett, p: 103; Fleming, Brit.
An., p- 395; Ib., Edin. Ency., p- 98; Brown, Ency. Brit., p.
422, pl. 153, f.9; Ib., Wernerian Mem., p- 514; Ib., Conch.
Text Book, p. 110, pl. 14, f.2; Forbes, p- 39; Turton, Brit.
Biv., p. 230; Ostrea striata, Da Costa, p- 162, pl. 11, f. 4;
Donoyan, pl. 45.
Shell strong, flat, sometimes thin, and pellucid; generally of
a suborbicular, or slightly elongated form; external surface with
numerous, stroug, rib-like striz, emanating at the small, pointed,
flattened umbo, which is placed a little within the margin, and
radiating towards the sides and base of the shell, which is gene-
rally slightly crenulated; upper valve a little rounded; lower
valve flat, with a very large, oblong-ovate perforation, destined
for the passage of a testaceons plug, by which the animals
adhere to marine bodies, on one side of which is a triangular
concave space, finely striate; outside dirty green; inside almost
always of a clear glossy green, which is more intense towards
the centre; margin of a bluish, iridescent hue; the plug ter-
minates in a thin oval layer, strongly striated transversely, and
crossed by fine longitudinal lines.
Found on stones, shells, &c., within low water-mark, on many
of our shores; we may particularise South Devon, Saleomb Bay,
rocks at Torbay, the Frith of Forth; Callina Bay and Rathgar-
mont, Lough Strangford, Ireland.
3. ANomia squamuLa, pl. XXII, f. 5.
Anomia squamula, First Ed., pl. 34, f. 5; Pennant, p- 109,
No. 71; Da Costa, p. 167; Montagu, p. 156 and p. 561;
70 MOLLUSCA.
Maton and Rackett, p. 102; Lamarck, VI, pt. Ist, p. 228;
Fleming, p. 395; Brown, Ency. Brit., p. 4223 Ib., Wernerian
Mem., p. 514; Turton, Biv., p. 229, pl. 18, f. 5, 6, 73 Forbes,
p- 38.
Shell suborbicular, smooth, thin, membranaceous, and trans-
parent, generally much compressed ; convex yalve a little
thickened; flat valve very thin, with a large perforation, for the
size of the shell; outside dull yellowish-white, with very indis-
tinct, concentric wrinkles, or lines of growth, which can only
be seen by the aid of a strong lens; inside white, with pale
iridescent reflections; plug tendinous, very seldom hard at the
base, with the termination testaceous ; umbones small, flat, and
pointed.
Common on all the British and Irish coasts, adhering to
shells, stones, and F'wci.
4, ANomia acuLEata, pl. XXII, f. 6.
Anomia aculeata, First Ed., pl. 34, f.6; Gmelin, Syst., p.
3346; Miiller, Zool. Dan. Prod., p. 3005; Montagu, p. 157,
pl. 4, f.5; Fleming, Edin. Eney., p. 98; Ib., Brit. An., p. 396;
Brown, Ency. Brit., p. 422; Ib., Wernerian Mem., p. 514;
Maton and Rackett, p. 103; Turton, Biy., p. 233.
Shell thin, compressed, orbicular, or slightly oblong ;
numerous raised, divergent, interrupted strie, which are sur-
with
mounted with many small concave, obtuse murications, or
spines; umbones small, turning a little downwards; upper valve
convex; under valve quite flat and smooth, but sometimes pro-
vided with small murications towards the margin; perforation
of medium size, and situate near the hinge; generally of a pale
dull brown, or cream-white; inside white, and slightly pearlace-
ous. Diameter three-eighths of an inch.
Found on many of our coasts, adhering to the roots of Alga,
stones, the legs of crabs, &c.
5. ANOMIA CYLINDRICA, pl. XXII, f. 7, 8.
Anomia Cymbiformis, First Ed., pl. 34, £7, 8; Maton and
Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 104, pl. 3, f. 6; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., p. 98; Anomia cylindrica, Schréeter, p. 3, pl. 9, f.95
Brown, Ency. Brit., p. 422; Fleming, p. 395; Turton, Biy., p.
232; Forbes, p. 39.
Shell oblong-oyal, convex, somewhat cylindrical; beaks re-
curved, narrower towards the umbones; upper valve convex,
and curving over the under one, which is concave and smooth ;
surface of upper valve dull brown, with a few transverse, obscure
wrinkles. Length half an inch; breadth a quarter.
Inhabits many of our coasts, adhering to Fuci, Sertularia, &c.
6. Anomia ELEcTRICA, pl. XLVI, f. 5.
Patella pellucida, First Ed., pl. 10,* f. 5; Brown, Wernerian
Mem., II, p. 514; Anomia electrica, Linné, Syst., p. 1151;
Chemnitz, VIII, p. 79, pl. 76, f. 691; Turton, Biv., p. 226, pl.
17, f. 8, 9.
Shell orbicular, very thin, pellucid, slightly wrinkled concen-
trically; umbo small and margined, below which is a chalky-like
spot, of a roundish shape; upper valve very convex; under valve
very flat, with an extremely large interrupted perforation; whole
shell of a bright amber-colour. Diameter about an inch.
I first found this species at Color Cots, near Tynemouth, and
afterwards at Dublin Bay and Portmarnock, Ireland.
7. ANomIA cEPa, pl. XXXIX, f. 12.
Anomia cepa, Linné, Syst. p. 1151; Chemnitz, VIII, p. 85,
pl. 76, f. 694, 695; Turton, Biv., p. 229, pl. 18, f. 4, young.
[Osrracka.
Shell generally oblong, suboyal, compressed, and rough exter-
nally, but not undulating; beaks terminal; under yalve thin,
but not scaly; yellowish fawn-coloured externally, and rosy red
Length nearly two inches; breadth one and a half.
Young shells are somewhat triangular, with their sides ob-
within.
tusely cut down.
Found by Dr. Turton, near Broadsands, Torbay, at the very
lowest Spring tide.
8. Anomia PpuncTATA, pl. XXXIX, f. 13.
Anomia punctata, Gmelin, Syst., p. 3346; Chemnitz, VIII,
p: 88, pl. 77, f. 698; Turton, Biv., p. 231, pl. 18, f. 11.
Shell orbicular; beaks terminal; upper valve convex, covered
with numerous raised dots; under valve flat, with small and
numerous punctures;_ base somewhat truncated. Diameter
about an inch.
Found on crabs and shells, on the south coasts of England.
9. ANomIA ForNicaTa, pl. XXXIX, f. 14, 15.
Anomia fornicata, Lamarck, VI, pt. Ist, p. 228; Turton,
Biv., p. 234, pl. 18, f. 12, 13.
Shell dirty white, somewhat orbicular, compressed, finely
striated; upper valve convex, provided with a vaulted chamber
near the back; hinge pointed, and nearly terminal; sides near
the margin irregularly sinous, with numerous, very fine, radi-
ating striw, and with fine, regular, transverse strie near the
hinge; under valve flat, with the perforation round, and nearly
closed; inside of a silvery metallic lustre; margin provided
with fine, longitudinal striae, the hollow vaulted chamber, which
is considerably curyed on one side, and scaly externally. Dia-
meter about half an inch.
Found at Torbay.
10. ANOMIA STRIOLATA.
Anomia striolata, Turton, Biv., p. 233.
Shell oval, somewhat cylindrically convex, and longitudinally
striate, with recurved beaks.
Dr. Turton says this shell resembles the A. cylindrica, in all
respects, “but is always marked with fine, rather remote, longi-
tudinal raised lines.”
Found in the roots of Fuct.
11. ANOMIA TUBULARIS.
Anomia tubularis, Turton, Biv., p. 234.
Shell cream-white, orbicular, with the perforation of the
under valve entire all round, and forming a raised cylindrical
tube; beak terminal; plug tendinous.
Found attached to Fuci.
The two latter shells are very doubtful species; they are
given on the authority of Turton.
Genus 4.—OsTrEA.—Linneus.
Shell inequivalve, irregular, and foliacoous ; umbones some-
what separated, and of unequal size; lower valve largest, con-
cave, and frequently adherent ; upper valve smaller, and some-
what plain; hinge destitute of teeth; ligament partly external ;
the facet to which it is attached is subtrigonal, tripartite, and
divided by two elevated lines, which divaricate from the umbo ;
each valve provided with two muscular impressions, the one
large, suborbicular, and nearly central, the other very small, and
situate near the hinge.
PECTINIDES. |
1. OsrrEa EDULIS, pl. XXIII, f; 19, and pl. XXX,* f.
Oh fo
Ostrea edulis, First Ed., pl. 31, f. 19; Linné, Syst., p. 1148;
Lamarck, VI, p. 205; Pennant, p. 102, pl. 62, f. 70; Da Costa,
p- 154, pl. 11, f. 6; Montagu, p. 151.
Shell suborbicular, rugged, foliaceous, the folds lying over
each other in irregular order; the points of the umbones apart
from each other; lower valve largest, and more concave than
the upper one; valves closed all round; the external foliations
frequently in the form of divergent, longitudinal, irregular,
interrupted ribs, and sometimes irregularly and transversely
striate; margins of the valves slightly undulated ; outer surface
of a dull brown colour; inside white.
This shell is liable to great variety, both in size and form;
those found at Carrickfergus, in Ireland, are very large and
ponderous, generally measuring seven inches and upwards in
diameter; while at Carlingford and Milford they are very small.
They inhabit many of the coasts around Britain and Ireland.
Fig. 19, pl. XXIII, is from the Frith of Forth; it is a Zusus,
with a singular prolongation of the hinge.
Fig. 6, 7, pl. XXX,* is from Milford, and is the ordinary size
of that locality; this variety is provided with a row of teeth-
like processes, diverging on each side of the umbo, which is
rather acute and triangular.
2. Osrrea parasitica, pl. XXIII, f. 20, 21.
Ostrea parasitica, Chemnitz, VIII, p. 19, pl. 71, f. 660;
Turton, Biy., p. 205, pl. 17, f. 6, 7; Fleming, p. 392.
Shell small, thin, longitudinal, seldom exceeding two inches ;
of a drab or greenish-brown colour; sometimes with radiations
of black or brown; beaks generally incurved; surface usually
smooth; inside white, with slight pearlaceous reflections.
This species is invariably attached to other bodies, and sub-
ject to great variety in form, depending upon the substance to
which it is fixed. It is met with on some coasts adhering to
stones, rotten wood, &c., near low water-mark. I found several
specimens attached to a piece of rotten wood, at Hull. I do
not believe that all the young of the O. edulis are parasitical,
as some authors imagine.
Famity II].—PrcrinipEs.
Shell generally regular, and not foliaceous; ligament placed
interiorly, or partly so.
Genus 5.—PEcTEN.—Bruguiére.
Shell inequilateral; the under valve generally more convex
than the upper one; subequilateral, with many grooves or ribs,
radiating from the umbones to the margins; provided with two
auricles, which are, for the most part, irregular in size, close
below one of them in the upper valve is a small notch for the
passage of the lyssus; muscular impression large, placed some-
what to one side; palliel impression destitute of a sinus; hinge
linear, without teeth; ligament consisting of three portions, of
which the two lateral parts are elongated, and follow the hinge
line, the third portion thick and triangular, and fitted into a tri-
angular shallow pit within the hinge.
MOLLUSCA. 71
Section I.— One valve flat, the other deep and convex.
1. PEcTEN Maximus, pl. XXV, f. 1.
Pecten maximus, First Ed., pl. 32, f. 1; Lamarck, VI, p
163; Montagu, p. 143; Fleming, p. 383; Turton, Biv., p- 207;
Forbes, p. 39; Ostrea maxima, Pennant, IV, p. 99, pl. 59, f.
61; Donovan, pl. 49; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p- 513; Ib.,
Ency. Brit., p. 417.
Shell suborbicular; upper valve convex; the under flat,
shorter than the other one, and depressed near the umbo, in
which situation the ribs are nearly obsolete, and deyoid of
strie; each valve provided with fourteen or fifteen rounded,
gently undulating, divergent ribs, with obsolete ones on both
sides; the whole of which, together with the interstices, are
covered with very strong, irregular, divergent strie; entire
surface invested with fine, concentric, undulating strie, and
inequidistant, remote lines of growth; provided with two nearly
equal, rectangular auricles, covered with narrow, rather close,
rounded, diagonal ribs, these are crossed by numerous, thick-
set, undulating, longitudinal strie, and inequidistant lines of
growth; whole surface of a reddish-brown colour; inside white,
with flattened, broad ribs, and a rufous-brown, very broad, ill
defined fillet round the margin, which is very slightly scalloped.
Length five inches; breadth six inches.
Found in deep water on many of the British coasts, namely,
Dorsetshire, Devonshire, and Northumberland; Dublin Bay,
Portmarnock, Lough Strangford, and Bray, Ireland.
2. PxrcTEN Jacoszus, pl. XXIV, f. 5.
Pecten Jacobeus, First Ed., pl. 33, f. 5; Lamarck, VI, p-
163; Turton, p. 207; Pennant, IV, p. 100, pl. 60, f. 62;
Fleming, p. 383; Montagu, p. 144; Ostrea Jacobea, Donovan,
pl. 137; Brown, Ency. Brit., p. 417.
Shell with seventeen or eighteen very convex, divergent
ribs; the upper valve flat, rufous, with rounded ribs, and a
smooth whitish depression near the umbo, in which situation
the ribs are nearly obsolete; under valve very convex, pure
white, pale brown, or flesh-coloured; ribs angulated, rising
abruptly at the sides, and gently rounded on the surface, the
interstices with strong, inequidistant, longitudinal furrows,
usually three to each rib, the central one being considerably
broader than the others, and crossed by fine transverse striz ;
auricles equal, rectangular, with nearly obsolete, diagonal ribs,
two or three of which are stronger towards the hinge line,
or top of the auricles, these are crossed by extremely fine,
somewhat irregular, waved striw, and striated; inside white,
slightly tinged with a reddish hue near the margin, which is
scalloped. Length three inches; breadth four inches; but is
found much larger in the Bay of Naples, and other continental
localities.
Dredged in deep water off Poole and Weymouth, Dorset-
shire; Cornwall; and at Scarborough, Yorkshire.
ever, a very rare British species.
It is, how-
Section II.—Both valves convex, and equal in size; auri-
cles unequal.
3. PECTEN OPERCULARIS, pl. XXIV, f. 1.
Pecten opercularis, First Ed., pl. 33, f. 1; Linné, Syst., p.
1147; Lamarck, VI, p. 172; Montagu, p. 145; Turton, Biv.,
79 MOLLUSCA.
p- 209; Pecten subrufus, Pennant, p. 100, pl. 60, f. 63; Ostrea
subrufus and Ostrea opercularis, Donovan, pl. 12; Brown,
Wernerian Mem., I, p. 513; Maton and Rackett, p. 98.
Shell slightly oblique, suborbicular, with about twenty
rounded, divergent ribs; whole surface covered with strong,
longitudinal, and fine transverse, undulating striae; under valve
somewhat more convex than the other; auricles nearly equal,
with very narrow, divergent ribs, and finely striated longitu-
dinally; colour various, yellow, orange, brown, beautifully
clouded and variegated with different shades ; inside white, fre-
quently tinged with pink or lilac, with the ribs and furrows
strongly marked; margins deeply scalloped; base of the
auricles terminating externally in an elevated, tooth-like pro-
cess; above which, on the larger ear, are a few fine, short
denticles; hinge margin nearly parallel, turned inwards in
the upper valve, serving as a fulcrum for the hinge line of
the opposite valve, which is so much shorter than the upper
valve; umbones sharp pointed. Diameter about two inches
and a half.
4, Prcten Istanpicus, pl. XXIV, f. 3.
Pecten Islandicus, First Ed., pl. 33, f. 3; Chemnitz, VII, p.
314, pl. 65, f. 615, 616; Lamarck, VI, p. 174; Turton, Biv.,
p- 216; Ostrea cinnabarina, Dillwyn, Cat., p. 256; Brown,
Ency. Brit., p. 418.
Shell oblong, narrow above, and widely expanded below;
with about fifty narrow, slightly elevated ribs, with a groove in
the centre of each, the intervening furrows provided with a
narrow, single, less elevated rib; the whole of the ribs covered
with obtuse, imbricated scales; colour varying from yellowish-
orange to cinnabar-red, and dark brown.
Dead shells of this species are common in the Clyde and
Kyles of Bute, but we only once met with a pair of valves
united. Large specimens, measuring four inches and a quarter
in length, were obtained by Henry Gore Booth, Esq., in the
north end of the West Kyle.
5. PrEcTEN varius, pl. XXIV, f. 4.
Pecten varius, First Ed., pl. 33, f.4; Linné, Syst., p. 1146;
Chemnitz, VII, pl. 66, f. 633, 634; Pennant, IV, p. 101, pl.
61, f. 64; Montagu, p. 146; Ostrea varia, Maton and Rackett,
p: 973; Donovan, pl. 1, £13; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p.
513; Ib., Ency. Edin., p. 54, pl. 53, f. 14.
Shell elongated, with about twenty-eight sharp, narrow echi-
nated ribs; under valve more convex than the upper one;
auricles very unequal, diagonally ribbed, and longitudinally
striated, the larger one in the superior valve is much wrinkled ;
whole surface covered with nearly equidistant, rough, concave
spines, which are, however, less numerous towards the um-
bones; sometimes the spines on the ribs are superceded by
imbrications, and only slightly echinated towards the sides
of the valves; beneath the longer ear of the upper valve are
a few teeth-like processes, at which part there is a hiatus
betwixt the valves; whole surface variously coloured, some-
times clouded with dark purplish-brown, burnt umber-brown,
yellow, or orange; inside coloured like the exterior, but the
tones more subdued. Length two inches and a quarter;
breadth two inches.
Sometimes shells of this species are quite plain, varying in
colour from deep orange to dark purplish-brown, sometimes
pure white.
[ PECTINIDEs.
This species is not uncommon on most of the coasts of
Britain and Ireland.
6. PeEcren nivius, pl. XXII, f. 16.
Pecten nivius, First Ed. pl. 34, f. 16; Macgillivray, Phil.
Journ., XIII, p. 166, pl. 3, f. 1; Fleming, p. 384.
Shell oblong; ears unequal; with forty-two rounded ribs,
provided with a few scaly spines; the intermediate furrows
crossed with numerous, transverse strie; external surface of a
uniform cream-white ; inside snow-white.
Discovered on the shores of Harris, one of the Hebrides, by
Professor Macgillivray.
7. PrcTEN NEBULOSUS, pl. XXII, f. 17.
Pecten nebulosus, Brown, Report Brit. Association for 1834;
Ib., Edin. Journ. Nat. Hist., I, p. 9, f. 1.
Shell nearly circular, the umbones acute; with seven broad,
flat, unequal, divergent ribs; auricles unequal; external surface
of both valves covered with very fine, parallel, longitudinal
strie, and also with very minute, undulating, transyerse striz,
which are hardly discernible to the naked eye, but feel rough
to the touch; both valves somewhat inflated towards their
base, with a series of longitudinal, densely-set ribs, and the
basal margins finely crenulated two-thirds of the breadth of the
shell; upper, or convex valve, of a uniform rich reddish-brown,
irregularly clouded with white; under valve generally ash-
coloured, and immaculate; inside bluish-white, of a pearlaceous
lustre, exhibiting iridescent reflections. Length one inch and
seven-eighths; breadth the same.
First found at Largs, mouth of the Clyde, by Mr. John
Blythe, of Glasgow. It has since been found in Loch Fine,
by Mr. Drew, Writer, Inverary; and I obtained it from Miss
Helen Carmichael, who found it on the shores of the larger
Combrie Island, Frith of Clyde. I also met with it, by dredg-
ing, off Rothesay.
8. PEcTEN OBSOLETUS, pl. XXIV, f. 6.
Pecten obsoletus, First Ed., pl. 33, f.6; Pennant, IV, p. 102,
pl. 61, f. 66; Montagu, p. 149; Donoyan, pl. 1, f. 2; Fleming,
p- 385; Turton, Biv., p. 213; Forbes, p. 40; Ostea obsoleta,
Maton and Rackett, p. 100; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p.
514.
Shell nearly orbicular, rather compressed; with unequal
auricles, the one large and striated, the other very small; whole
surface covered with numerous, fine, longitudinal strie, some of
which are more prominent than the others, and placed at irre-
gular distances ; variously coloured, sometimes of a uniform
reddish-brown, or flesh-colour, at others clouded with dark
purple, or brown; inside smooth, white, or pale lilac, sometimes
of a brownish cast.
Not uncommon in the British and Irish seas.
9. PrcTEen Levis, pl. XXIV, f. 7.
Pecten levis, First Ed., pl. 33, f.7; Pennant, IV, p. 102;
Montagu, p. 150, pl. 4, f. 45 Ostvea levis, Maton and Rackett,
p- 100, pl. 3, f. 5; Brown, Ency. Brit., p. 418.
Shell suborbicular, valves nearly equal, compressed, thin, sub-
pellucid ; quite smooth, with the exception of a few concentric
indications of lines of growth; auricles longitudinally striated,
and decussated with very fine strie; ears unequal; colour
various, pink, reddish-yellow, or pale orange; inside glossy,
bluish-white. Length six-eighths of an inch; breadth not quite
so much.
PEcTINIDEs. |
Found at Anglesey, by Pennant; Montagu met with it at
Falmouth and Salcomb Bay, Devonshire; and I found it on the
Durham coast.
It is doubtful whether this is not a mere variety of P. obso-
letus, in the young condition.
10. PrcTEN siNnvosus, pl. XXV, f. 2.
Pecten sinuosus, First Ed., pl. 32, f. 2; Fleming, p. 384;
Lamarck, IV, p. 175; Turton, Biv., p. 210, pl. 9, f. 5; Forbes,
p- 40; Ostrea sinuosa, Maton and Rackett, p. 99; Brown,
Wernerian Mem., p. 514; Ib., Ency. Brit., p. 418; Ostrea
pusio, Pennant, p. 101, pl. 41, f. 65; Donovan, pl. 34.
Shell ovate, with numerous, divergent ribs, of unequal thick-
ness; under valve convex, adherent, and much distorted, from
its partaking of the form of the substance to which it adheres,
by which the whole of the ribs are, in general, obliterated,
except towards the umbo; upper valve more flat than the
inferior, and more or less sinuous like the opposite valve ; its
whole surface is covered with foliated, spinous, or scaly ribs,
but these are interrupted by the transverse swellings and
depressions which traverse it, these distortions frequently giving
an undulated appearance to the ribs; auricles large, in many
specimens nearly equal, in others they are small and irregular ;
colour variable, sometimes reddish-brown, orange, or yellow,
and other specimens are mottled and clouded with white.
Length two inches; breadth an inch and a half.
Found on many of the English and Irish coasts.
11. PrcTEN spinosus, pl. XXIV, f. 8.
Pecten spinosus, First Ed., pl. 33, f.8; Pecten pusio, Tur-
ton, Biv., p. 215, pl. 17, f. 2; Fleming, p.385; Hinnites pusio,
Sowerby, Zool. Journ., III, p. 71.
Shell oblong-ovate, with about forty-two alternately higher
and lower ribs, thickly set with vaulted spines, and longitudi-
nally striated; ears very unequal in size, and obliquely ribbed
and spinous; beneath the superior ear are five tooth-like
lamin ; upper valve less convex than the lower; colour various,
being plain yellow, orange, or brown, and sometimes clouded
with brown or chocolate-colour. Length three and a half
eighths of an inch; breadth somewhat more than two and a
half eighths.
I first found this on the Herd Sands, at South Shields;
W. C. Trevelyan, Esq., met with it at Seaton. It also occurs
at Eyemouth, Berwickshire; and was found at Torbay, by
Turton.
This species has much the aspect of the young of P. varius,
but will at once be distinguished by its more elongated form,
and in the ribs being alternately higher and lower.
12. PEcTEN JAMEsoNI, pl. XXV, f. 7.
Pecten Jamesoni, Forbes, Wernerian Mem., VIII, p. 58, pl.
Ditiells
Shell subequiyalve, suborbicular, with longitudinal, undulated
plaits, striated ; the plaits four or five; ears unequal. Length
and breadth three-quarters of an inch.
“Allied to the Pecten polymorphus of Bronn (Philippi, p.
79, tab. V, f. 18, 21), but differs in several respects, especially
in the inequality of the auricles. The longitudinal strie vary
much in coarseness; the upper valve is somewhat larger than
the lower; the auricles are ribbed and striated by lines of
growth; the longitudinal ribs or folds vary much in convexity,
T
MOLLUSCA. 73
and are sometimes acutely carinated. The colour is white,
with a tinge of red, especially near the beaks. Very distinct
from any recorded British species.”— Forbes.
Dredged at Bute, by James Smith, Esq., of Jordan Hill.
13. PecteN LANDsSBURGI.
Pecten Landsburgi, Forbes, Wernerian Mem., VIII, p. 58,
pl. 2, f. 2.
Shell subequivalve, suborbicular, radiated with very small,
longitudinal, rugose strie, and crossed by regular, undulating,
transverse strie; auricles unequal. Length half an inch;
breadth five-twelfths.
“A very beautiful species, allied to Pecten obsoletus, first
observed by the Rey. Mr. Landsborough, on the coast of Ayr-
shire, afterwards dredged by Mr. Smith, off the coast of Bute.
In colour it resembles Pecten obsoletus, but is somewhat more
triangular in form; from that species, however, it is easily dis-
tinguished by the lineations of its surface, which is adorned by
numerous regular minute rays rugosely striated, and crossed by
regular undulated transverse, somewhat distant strie. The
rays on the upper surface are furnished with short, broad,
obtuse spines, crowning the convex flexure of the undulated
stria; the spines only exist towards the margin on the lower
valve. The rugose appearance of the longitudinal strie is
caused by the interstices being punctate.”— Forbes.
14. Prcren GuaBeEr, pl. XXV, f. 3, 4.
Pecten glaber, First Ed., pl. 32, f.3, 4; Pennant, IV, p- 102,
No. 68; Montagu, Sup., p. 59, pl. 28, f. 6; Fleming, p. 384.
Shell rather compressed, nearly smooth, with extremely
minute, concentric strie, visible only by the aid of a strong
lens; with seven nearly obsolete, rounded ribs, and interme-
diate longitudinal strie; surface mottled with reddish-brown
and yellow, sometimes plain; ears large, nearly equal, the one
reticulated, the other only striated; inside with twenty-one
slender rays, the sixteen middle ones arranged in fours, the
two middle series approximating, filling the intervening hollows
between the outer sulci; inside same colour as the outside, but
paler, except near the hinge. Length three-quarters of an
inch; breadth somewhat less.
Found at Anglesey, by Pennant, and in the Frith of Forth,
at Dunbar, by Captain Laskey.
15. PrcTEN simitis, pl. XXV, f. 5, 6.
Pecten similis, First Ed., pl. 32, f.5, 6; Laskey, Wernerian
Mem., I, p. 387, pl. 8, f. 8; Fleming, p. 385.
Shell subcompressed, thin, smooth, semitransparent, clouded
with brown; ears unequal; under side more prominent than
the upper.
Found in the Frith of Forth, by Captain Laskey.
16. PEcTEN TUMIDUs.
Pecten tumidus, Turton, Biv., p. 212, pl. 17, f. 3; Fleming,
p. 384.
“Shell equivalve, inequilateral, quite smooth, with one of the
sides produced; a quarter of an inch in diameter, orbicular,
glossy white, transparent, and without striae, ribs, or marks of
any kind; the sides not equal, in consequence of one of them
being prominent in a rounded manner; ears nearly equal.’—
Turton.
Taken from the Serpula tabularia, at Torbay, by Dr.
Turton.
74 MOLLUSCA.
Genus 6.—Lima.—Bruguiére.
Shell longitudinal, equivalve, inequilateral; sides somewhat
thickened, and gaping; umbones divergent, their internal facets
inclined outwards; hinge provided with two lateral teeth, one
on each side in both valves, which become nearly obsolete in
adult shells; area between the beaks to which the ligament is
attached, tripartite; the middle or hinge pit rounded above, and
contains the chief portion of the ligament, the remaining por-
tions are attached to the somewhat elongated linear divisions ;
muscular impression lateral, suborbicular, from the inner mar-
gin of which the muscular impression of the mantle emanates,
and traversing the outside of the valves in a circuitous form,
appears to terminate near the beak; external surface covered
with a very thin epidermis.
1. Lima sutcata, pl. XXIII, f. 4, 5.
Lima sulcata, First Ed., pl. 31, f. 4, 5; Leach, MSS., jep tile
Lima subauricularia, Fleming, p. 388; Turton, Biv., p- 218;
Pecten subauricularia, Montagu, Sup., p. 63.
Shell white, pellucid, oblong-ovate, equilateral, and equivalve ;
provided with small angular auricles; whole surface covered with
numerous, longitudinal, divergent stri, with two opaque, cen-
tral, rib-like projections emanating from the umbones, and ter-
minating on the margins, which are crenated; inside smooth,
glossy, with indications of the two external ribs. Length up-
wards of three-eighths; breadth half its length.
First discovered on the Devonshire coast, and has been met
with in the Frith of Forth and Zetland.
A variety of this shell was found in sand, south of Bute, by
Stewart Ker, Esq., in which the two elevated central striae are
not so conspicuous, but are indicated internally ; it also differs
in all the striz on the sides having intermediate ones, which are
less elevated than the others.
2. Lima Frais, pl. XXIII, f. 6, 7, 7.*
Lima fragilis, First Ed., pl. 31, f.6, 7; Lamarck, VI, p. 157;
Fleming, p. 388; Forbes, p. 40; Zima bullata, Turton, p. 217,
pl. 17, f.4, 5; Lima Goodallii, Leach, MSS., p- ll; Pecten
Sragilis, Montagu, Sup., p. 62; Brown, Ency. Brit., p. 418.
Shell subovate, very convex, fragile, white, subpellucid; valves
equal, inequilateral, one side straight, the other arcuated, nearly
closed on all sides, with numerous, slightly undulating, longitu-
dinal striew, and with two or three minute, fine, intermediate
ones; auricles small, oblique; umbo prominent, small, and
straight, the beaks distant; inside smooth, shining, and white;
hinge line a little oblique. Length upwards of three-quarters
of an inch; breadth not quite half an inch.
Found on the Devonshire and Manx coasts; and at Bute and
Frith of Forth, Scotland.
3. Lima TENERA, pl. XXIII, f. 8, 9.
Lima tenera, First Ed., pl. 31, f. 8,9; Turton, Zool. Journ.,
II, p. 362, pl. 13, f. 2; Forbes, p- 41; Ib., Mag. Nat. Hist., V,
p- 594, f. 64.
Shell compressed, inequilateral, gaping at both sides; anterior
side somewhat triangular, with the opening margined internally,
with a strong rounded rib; external surface furnished with
twenty-five somewhat undulated, nearly smooth ribs; margin
serrated ; hinge line oblique.
This species is much stronger than the Z. fragilis.
First found in the British Channel, by Dr. Turton; Forbes
[Maieacka.
found it on the Manx coast; and it was detected at Lamlash
Bay, Arran, by James Smith, Esq., of Jordan Hill.
4, Lima vitrina, pl. XXIII, f. 10, 10,* 11, 11*
Lima vitrina, First Ed., pl. 31, f. 10, 11.
Shell oblong-ovate, convex, very fragile, white, and subpellu-
cid; hinge line very oblique, with a large triangular pit for the
accommodation of the cartilage socket; umbo small, and much
turned to one side; whole shell considerably twisted; the valves
gaping on both sides, with numerous, slightly undulated, notch-
ed, divergent striae, crossed by exceedingly fine, undulating,
concentric striae, not discoverable without the aid of a lens, and
with many, nearly obsolete, concentric wrinkles; auricles small,
slightly striated transversely ; inside clear white, and very glossy.
Length nearly an inch and a half; breadth about an inch.
I found one valve of this at Ballantrae, Ayrshire; and it was
afterwards met with on the Argyleshire coast, by Captain Car-
michael; and Mr. Stewart Ker found it on the shores of the
Island of Bute.
5. Lima INFLATA?
Lima inflata? Forbes, Mag. Nat. Hist., V, p. 593, f. 633 Ib.,
Mal. Mon., p. 41; Lamarck, VI, p. 156?
“Shell strong, inflated with rough longitudinal ribs, crossed
by lines and furrows of growth; gaping on all sides widely.
Dimensions, length fourteen-tenths; breadth nine-tenths; thick-
ness nine-tenths.”
Dredged in deep water off the Manx coast, by Professor
Forbes.
Section III.—Ligament marginal, elongated.
Famity I.—MA.ieacka.
Shells foliaceous, more or less inequivalve, with a marginal
ligament, which is partly linear, and simple, or interrupted by
crenulations.
Genus 7.—AvicuLa—Lamarck.
Shell inequilateral, inequivalve, foliaceous, subquadrate, and
oblique; pearlaceous within; hinge rectilinear, and produced on
each side into rectilinear appendages, with a small, indistinct
tooth in both valves; an elongated, marginal, ligamentiferous
area, widened near its centre.
1. Avicuta Ancuica, pl. XXIII, f. 3.
Avicula Anglica, First Ed., pl. 31, f. 3; Leach, MSS., p. 11.
Shell very thin, with the hinge line but slightly bent; cardi-
nal lobe short, and acute above; posterior lobe rather long;
whole surface concentrically wrinkled, with imbricated, nearly
equidistant, scale-like spines, running in transverse series ; out-
side fawn-coloured, with interrupted, longitudinal streaks of
umber-brown, becoming iridescent towards the base, besides the
scales, which are attached to the elevated strie ; at regular inter-
vals it is provided with long, sharp spines, of a yellowish-brown
colour, which lie close to the shell.
Discovered on the Devonshire coast, by Dr. Leach.
2. Avicuta ATuantica, pl. XLVI, f. 6, 7.
Avicula Atlantica, First Ed., pl. 10,* f.6; Lamarck, VI, p.
148; Avicula hirundo, Turton, Biv., p. 220, pl. 17, f. 33; Fle-
ming, p. 405; Mytilus hirundo, Turton, Conch. Dict., p. 101,
pls fz.
MytILacka. |
Shell smooth, or provided with a few scales near the margin,
generally of a uniform, dull greenish-brown, with pale purple
rays; beaks separated by a linear, transverse cavity; inside
pearlaceous, and glossy, except round the margin, which is dull,
and extremely thin; hinge with a single, small denticle, which
fits into a slight hollow in the opposite valve. Length and
breadth nearly equal.
First discovered in Bantry Bay, by Miss Hutchins, and after-
wards found by Dr. Turton in Dublin Bay.
Genus 8.—CrENATULA.—Lamarck.
Shell subequivalye, compressed, somewhat distorted, and la-
mellar; hinge lateral, linear, marginal, and internally crenulated;
the crenule placed in a continuous series along the hinge, each
of them presenting a small rounded callosity, and excavated for
the reception of part of the ligament; muscular impressions
almost obsolete, of an oblong form, and situate near the ante-
rior margin of the pearlaceous substance.
1. Crenatuta Travis, pl. XXIII, f. 20.
Crenatula Travisii, Turton, Mag. Nat. Hist., VII, p. 350,
f. 47.
“Shell rhombic, rounded below, transparent, whitish, with
pale violet, longitudinal, interrupted stripes; the anterior mar-
gin incuryed; nearly an inch long, and full half an inch broad ;
extremely thin and brittle; obliquely truncate at the top, with
a few pale violet spots below; hollowed out at the front margin
in a slight crescent-shaped form.”— Turton.
Taken alive at Scarborough, by Mr. Bean, and is in his
cabinet.
Genus 9.—CRENELLA.—Brown.
Shell oblong-oval, equilateral, ventricose; beaks obtuse,
slightly turned to one side; hinge destitute of teeth, but with
a flattened, horizontal, slightly crenated plate on one side of
the hinge in each valve; right valve with a triangular, horizon-
tal, projecting, reflexed plate, and the left one with an oblique
plait, both of which are a little crenated externally.
1. CRENELLA ELLIPTICA, pl. XXIII, f. 12, 13, 14.
Crenella sere First Ed. pl. 31, f. 12, 13, 44 P Settreys;
Brown, Conch. Text
Book, p. 143, pl. 18, f. 133 “Hytilus decussatus, Montagu, Sup.,
p- 69; Paskey, Wernerian Mem., I, p. 394, pl. 8, f. 17; Fle-
ming, Brit. An., p. 411. /$a¥
Shell longitudinally ovate, ventricose, thin, and pellucid;
umbones acute, turned to one side; sides equal, rounded ;
covered with a pale olive-green epidermis; with fine, regular,
divergent strie, and crossed by very minute, equidistant, con-
centric striz, and a few distant lines of growth, producing a fine
decussated appearance when seen under a strong lens; beneath
the epidermis the shell is white; inside smooth, exhibiting
nacred reflections, the margins finely crenulated. Length an
eighth of an inch; breadth not so much.
Discovered by Captain Laskey at Dunbar; I dredged it in
the Frith of Forth, opposite Portobello; it has been also found
at Zetland, and the coast of Argyle; and J. G. Jeffreys, Esq.,
met with it at Lerwick Sound, in 1841.
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Famity II.—Myrivacea.
Hinge with a linear, subinterior, marginal ligament, very
entire, and occupies a considerable portion of the anterior mar-
gin; shells generally foliaceous.
Genus 10.—Pi1nna—Linneus.
Shell equivalve, longitudinal, oblique, wedge-shaped; beaks
forming an elongated point ; posterior side generally truncated,
and always gaping; the base and anterior margin forming toge-
ther a straight line, the latter gaping a little in the centre for
the passage of the byssus; hinge without teeth; ligament mar-
gin greatly lengthened and linear, and continuing along the
whole dorsal region; two muscular impressions in each valve,
the posterior one very large, almost central, the anterior one
terminal, and sometimes double; pallial impression destitute of
a sinus.
1. Pinna INGENS, pl. XXVI, f. 1.
Pinna ingens, First Ed., pl. 30, f. 1; Pennant, IV, p. 115;
Montagu, p. 180 and 583; Ib., Sup., p. 72; Brown, Ency. Brit.,
VI, p. 424; Ib., Wernerian Mem., II, p. 516; Maton and
Rackett, p. 112; Turton, Biv., p. 221, pl. 20, f. 1;
fragiles, Turton, Biy., p. 222, pl. 20, f. 20; Fleming,
Pinna levis, Donoyan, pl. 152.
Shell nearly straight from the beak along the hinge line,
slightly turned inwards at the apex, and connected the whole
length, very rugged, foliaceous, with irregular, concentric wrin-
kles emanating from the beak at the open side, and running
lengthways, turn to the hinge at nearly right angles; some-
times in the form of interrupted laminz, or plates; a few
interrupted, longitudinal strie rise from the beak, crossing the
wrinkles, and sometimes forming on the broader portions of
the shells, a few remote concaye spines ; opposite side concave,
or indented, swelling out gradually at the larger end, where
the valves are always separated, leaving a gap between them;
basal margin irregularly waved; external surface of an opaque,
dull horn-colour, frequently inclining to umber-brown ; some-
Pinna
p- 406 ;
times of a blue cast towards the smaller end; inside smooth,
glossy, of a dark pearlaceous lustre, and a little lamellated
towards the beak.
This species grows to a large size, being not unfrequently
upwards of twelve inches in length, and seven inches in breadth
at the basal end.
Found in the Hebrides; Saleomb Bay, Devonshire; and
found at Portrush, County of Antrim, Ireland, by Mrs. Clew-
low, of Belfast. They are found in gravelly bottoms, among
mud, standing upright, the smaller end being downwards, and
firmly attached to their habitat by a byssus of long silky fila-
ments, of a dark purplish-brown colour, two or three inches in
length.
2. Pinna FRAGILIs, pl. XXVI, f. 3.
Pinna pectinata, First Ed., pl. 30, f. 3; Pinna fragiles,
Pennant, p. 114, pl. 59, f. 80; Fleming, p. 406; Pinna pecti-
nata, Montagu, p. 178; Brown, Ency. Brit, VI, p. 424; Tur-
ton, Biv., p. 223, pl. 19, f. 1.
Shell subpellucid, thin, brittle, of a light horn-colour, some-
times greenish, but darker towards the beaks; surface with
about eleven longitudinal, narrow ribs, emanating from the
apex, and extending to the basal margin, these are beset with
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concave spines, which increase in size towards the base; about
a third of the shell opposite the ligamentary side is destitute of
ribs, but furnished with fine, oblique striae, which extend from
the margin of the valves till they meet the ribs; hinge side
nearly straight, but inclining slightly towards the beaks, and
sometimes a little convex in the middle; base gaping, somewhat
rounded, and tapering towards the apex; hinge side a little
longer than the other; inside smooth, somewhat dull nacred ;
under the apex a few transverse, cartilaginous lamine. Length
six inches; breadth at the base somewhat more than two and a
half.
Found in deep water off the Eddystone Lighthouse, near
Plymouth, and also on the Dorsetshire coast, near Weymouth;
at Torbay, and on the Sussex coast.
3. Pinna ELEGANS, pl. XXVI, f. 2.
Pinna elegans, First Ed., pl. 30, f. 2; Leach, MSS., p. 105
Pinna papyracea, Turton, Biy., p. 224, pl. 20, f. 3.
Shell thin, elongated, of a yellowish horn-colour ; provided
with from six to nine inequidistant, smooth, rounded ribs,
emanating from the apex, and radiating towards the base,
occupying nearly the entire surface of the valves; narrow end
inflated for some distance beyond the middle, but much com-
pressed towards the base, which is rounded. Length six inches
and a half; breadth at base nearly three inches.
A deep water species, dredged by Mr. Prideaux on the
Devonshire coast, and has been found off Torbay.
Genus 1]1.—Dreiss—ENA.—Van Beneden.
Shell boat-shaped, or mytilform; valves carinated; ligament
internal, except in a little fissure in both valves externally 5 a
rude cardinal tooth is situate under the umbo in the right
valve, which locks into a corresponding cavity in the left valve ;
in the umbonal angle of both valves is placed a transverse par-
tition, for sustaining a closing muscle; anterior marginal seam
with a fissure near its centre, for the passage of the byssus.
1. DreissENA PoLyMorPHA, pl. XXIX, f. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9.
Dreissena polymorpha, Van Beneden, Ann. Sci. Nat., 1835,
p- 210, pl. 8, f. 1 to 11; Strickland, Mag. Nat. Hist., 1838, p.
361; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., I, p. 117; Tichogonia
Chemnitzii, Rossmassler, I, p. 113, pl. 3, £69; Mytilus poly-
morphus, Pallus, Voy. Russ. App. p- 211; Mytilus Wolge,
Chemnitz, XI, p. 205, f. 2028; Mytilus Hagenii, Baer, Fér.
Bull. Sci. Nat., 1826, p. 140; —— ? Volgensis, Gray, Ann.
Phil., 1825.
Shell cymbiform, extremely flat in front, and acutely carinated
behind; umbones incurved, pointing anteriorly, turned down-
wards at the points, and very closely pressed together; anterior
side with an elongated, cordiform groove, reaching nearly to
the centre of the valves, towards the base of which is a large,
wide, elongated hiatus, acute at both ends, always situate in
the right valve, for the passage of the lyssus; the edge of the
opposite valve being always entire; external surface covered
with a rather strong, olivaceous, irregularly wrinkled epidermis,
with indications of nearly obsolete, longitudinal, divergent ribs,
or elevations; beneath this the shell is beautifully mottled with
zigzag brown, or purple, transverse clouds or markings ; inside
dull white, with the pallial and muscular impressions of a purple
hue, and yery glossy.
[Myrinacra.
This species is subject to great variety in length and breadth,
varying from an inch and five-eighths to an inch in length.
Some are elongated and narrow; others short and broad. It
inhabits the commercial docks in various parts of Great Britain,
and is to be met with in most of our canals. It is common in
the Bridgewater canal, and also in many places in the canal
betwixt Manchester and Hull; and was found by my friend
Mr. Stark in the Union canal, near Edinburgh, in 1834. The
animals are gregarious, generally found adhering in clusters by
a strong byssus.
This shell is not an aboriginal of Britain, being a native of
the Volga, the Danube, and other continental rivers, and has
been introduced upon timber; but is now so generally diffused
throughout Britain, that it may fairly be considered as a British
shell.
Genus 12.—Myritus.—Linneus.
Shell equivalve, regular, longitudinal, somewhat wedge-
shaped, with the beaks terminating in a pointed summit ; pos-
terior side rounded, and closed; base forming a continuous line
with the anterior margin, in a direction oblique to the hinge
line; anterior margin gaping slightly in the centre, for the pas-
sage of the byssus; hinge destitute of teeth; ligament marginal,
greatly elongated, and subinternal; outside covered with a
strong horny epidermis; two muscular impressions, the poste-
rior one large and irregular, the anterior very small and termi-
nal; pallial impression irregular, destitute of a sinus.
1. Myritus EpuLIs, pl. XXVII, f. 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, and
pl. XLV, f. 4, 5, 6, 7.—First Ed., pl. 29, f. 11, 12, 13, 14, 15.
Variety 1, pl. XX VII, f. 11.
Mytilus edulis, Linné, Syst. Nat., p. 11573; Lister, Conch.,
pl. 362, f. 200; Pennant, IV, p. 110, pl. 63, f. 73; Montagu,
p- 159; Donovan, pl. 128; Lamarck, VI, p. 126; Brown, Ency.
Brit.. VI, p. 423; Ib., Wernerian Mem., II, p. 515; Fleming,
p- 411; Forbes, p. 43; Turton, Brit. Biv. p. 196; Maton and
Rackett, p. 105; Mytulus vulgaris, Da Costa, p. 216, pl. 15,
8 bin
Shell longitudinal, rather strong, oblong; beaks pointed, sub-
acute; anterior side angulated, nearly parallel; posterior side
produced ; covered with a thick, smooth, dark olive-green or
brownish epidermis, beneath which the shell is white or blue,
longitudinally radiated with deep blue or purple; inside white,
its margin blue. Length three inches; breadth generally about
half its length; but varying in this respect in different localities.
Common on most of the British coasts, adhering to rocks,
stones, and gravel, by a filamentary byssus.
Variety 2. Exncans, pl. XX VI, f. 14, 15.
Mytilus elegans, Leach, MSS., p. 11.
More elongated than the former variety, with the posterior
side less rounded; the epidermis very glossy.
Found in the mouth of the river Tay, below Broughty
Ferry, in deep water.
Variety 3. Priucipus, pl. XXVII, f. 13.
Mytilus pellucidus, Pennant, IV, p. 112, pl. 63, f. 75; Chem-
nitz, VIII, pl. 84, f. 755; Montagu, p. 160; Donovan, pl. 81;
Maton and Rackett, p. 107; Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 423;
Ib., Wernerian Mem., II, p. 415; Turton, Brit. Biv. p. 197,
pl. 15, f. 1, 2; Forbes, p. 43.
Mytivacga.]
Generally rather shorter and broader than the former two
varieties, the anterior side less indented than the edulis, and
much thinner and more transparent, both in the shell and epi-
dermis, which is generally of a rich yellow, or amber, under
which the shell is beautifully radiated with deep purple, or
blue; inside very smooth and glossy, with the radiations very
distinct ; the crenulations under the beaks small.
This variety is much less common than the M. edulis, and is
generally met with in the estuary of rivers.
Variety 4. Sussaxatiuis, pl. XLV, f. 4, 5, 6, 7.
Mytilus subsaxatilis, Williamson, Mag. Nat. Hist., VII, p.
353, f. 48, a, b, c, d; Mytilus angulatus, Alder; Mytilus soli-
tarius, Mark; Mytilus edulis, var. crassus, Brown, MSS.
Shell strong, solid, very thick in proportion to its length;
beaks considerably elongated ; hinge line straight, which is par-
ticularly obvious in the young shell (f. 6); front seam, or union
of the valves, undulous; colour of a grayish-blue; the epider-
mis dull olive; young shells deep bistre-brown.
Inhabits the coasts of Yorkshire, Durham, and Northumber-
land.
Mr. Williamson says this shell “is found in large pools left
by the retiring tide, in groups of three or four together, firmly
attached by their strong byssus to the under surface of large
stones.” He considers it a distinct species, and says “the cha-
racter of its habitat, combined with its peculiar solid form, give
it as good a title to be styled a distinct species as, if not a
better one than, that of the transparent shell of the M. pellu-
cidus, or the small blunted form of the shell of WW. incurvatus,
does these species respectively.”
I first noticed this variety, in 1810, in company with my late
valued friend Mr. Hancock, of Newcastle, at the mouth of the
Tyne, below Tynemouth, adhering to stones left dry by the
tide, in small groups; and recorded it as a mere variety of
MH. edulis; not being able to detect any specific distinction
in the animals. There can be but little doubt that the five
forms enumerated are only permanent varieties of the same
species.
Variety 5. Incurvatus, pl. XXVII, f. 12.
Mytilus incurvatus, Pennant, IV, p. 111, pl. 64, f.74; Mon-
tagu, p. 160; Maton and Rackett, p. 106, pl. 3, f.7; Brown,
Wernerian Mem., II, p. 515; Ib., Ency. Brit. VI, p. 423;
Turton, Biv., p. 197; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 99.
Shell strong, opaque, broader at the base, in proportion to
its length, than any of the preceding varieties; posterior side
much incurvated; shell for the most part greatly inferior in size
to the other varieties, although in some few instances we have
found them an inch and a half in length.
2. Mytitus crenatus, pl. XXIII, f. 1, 2.
Mytilus crenatus, First Ed., pl. 31, f. 1, 2; Davies and
Willcox, Ann. of Phil., August, 1825, p. 148; Ib., Zool.
Journ., I, p. 584; Lamarck, VI, p. 120; Ency. Meth., pl. 217,
£.'3.
Shell oblong-ovate, subtrigonal, beaks rather obtuse; with
strong, longitudinal, rounded ribs, producing a crenulated mar-
gin; slightly wrinkled transversely; covered with an olive
epidermis, beneath which the shell is of a reddish-violet colour;
inside tinged with golden-yellow, transversely streaked with
purple, bluish at the margins, and crenulated. Length nearly
three inches; breadth an inch and a quarter.
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This is an introduced species, having been brought from
India, by the ship “ Wellesley,” in 1816; and has propagated in
Portsmouth Harbour, where it is now completely naturalized.
Genus 13—Mopio_a—Lamarck.
Shell subtransverse, equivalve, regular, oblique; form oblong,
somewhat wedge-shaped, and greatly inequilateral; anterior side
very small, and obtuse; posterior side rounded, and close; an-
terior margin slightly gaping, for the passage of the byssus, and
forming, with the base, a line oblique to the dorsal one; beaks
nearly lateral; outside covered with a strong, horny epidermis ;
hinge without teeth; ligament elongated, and subinternal; two
muscular impressions, the posterior one large, sublateral, elon-
gated, and irregular, the anterior one small, and terminal; the
pallial impression irregular, and destitute of a sinus.
1. Mopiora papuana, pl. XXVII, f. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6.
Modiola papuana, First Ed., pl. 29, f. 1, 2, 3, 4,5, 6; La-
marck, VI, p. 111; Leach, MSS., p. 11; Modiola vulgaris,
Fleming, p. 412; Modiola modiolus, Turton, Biv., p. 199, pl.
15, f. 3, young; Mytilus modiolus, Pennant, IV, p. 113, pl. 66,
f. 77; Montagu, p. 163; Donovan, pl. 23.
The young shell, pl. XX VII, f. 2, 5, 6.
Mytilus curtus, Pennant, IV, p. 112, pl. 64, f. 76 4, young;
Mytilus barbatus, Donovan, pl. 70; Montagu, p. 161.
Shell strong, convex, rounded and prominent, transversely
subovate, oblong; posterior side, or that close to the beak,
extremely short, and slightly rounded; anterior side extremely
long, and much rounded; basal line slightly concave; outside
covered with a strong, thick, purplish-black or dark brown epi-
dermis, and longitudinally wrinkled ; inside smooth, and white,
exhibiting pearlaceous reflections in some specimens. Length
at broadest side three inches; breadth six inches.
The fine specimen from which our drawing was made, was
dredged in the British Channel, and is in the cabinet of Wm.
Nicol, Esq., Edinburgh; and I possess a specimen, measuring
seven inches in length, and three inches and a quarter in
breadth, which was caught by a fisherman’s line, near the Bell
Rock, coast of Forfarshire.
The young shell in its first stages is frequently of a pale
yellowish-white, beautifully radiated with pink or chestnut-
brown, with transverse streaks of the same colours; as exhi-
bited in our figures 5 and 6. Ina more advanced stage, it is
covered with a strong, chestnut epidermis, having the anterior
side and base beset with long, unequal, straggling filamentary
processes, which have been termed a beard. This beard is
merely a prolongation of the epidermis, which drops off when
the shell grows to about two inches. In this condition it is the
M. barbatus of authors.
Variety 1. Umpiricata, pl. XX VII, f. 3, 4.
Mytilus umbilicatus, Pennant, p. 228, pl. 68; Donovan, pl.
40; Montagu, p. 164.
Shell with a deep, intorted, and wrinkled depression under
the beak.
This is merely an accidental, and by no means uncommon,
variety of the shell.
The Af. papuana is a deep water species, and is firmly fixed
to the bottom by a byssus, composed of long silky filaments.
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2. Moprova Grpsst, pl. XXVII, f. 7.
Modiola Gibbsii, First Ed., pl. 29, f. 7; Leach, MSS., p. 11;
Ib., Miscell., IL, p. 34, pl. 72, f.2; Turton, Biv., p. 200, but
not the figure; Fleming, p. 413.
Shell somewhat triangular, compressed; beaks rounded; pos-
terior side very short; anterior side very long; basal margin a
little concave; external surface regularly and transversely stri-
ated, covered with a thick, umber-brown epidermis, which
extends into foliations at the lines of growth; these are pro-
longed into filamentary processes, each of which is pectinated
or notched down both sides, producing a bearded appearance ;
inside of a yellowish-white. Length about two inches.
This species is much more triangular than the young of MV.
papuana, and will easily be distinguished by the beard being
Tur-
ton has completely mistaken the figure of this species, and has
given that of AZ. marmorata in its stead.
simple in that species, while it is serrated in the present.
Found on the Western coasts of England.
3. Mopioxa piscrepans, pl. XXVII, f. 8.
Modiola discrepans, First Ed., pl. 29, f. 8; Lamarck, VI, p.
114; Forbes, p. 44; Fleming, p. 413; Mytilus discrepans,
Montagu, p. 169; Ib. Sup., p. 65, pl. 26, f. 4; Brown, Ency.
Brit. p. 424; ALytilus discors, 8, Maton and Rackett, p: 111;
68526 Gb
Shell thin, suboval, compressed; external surface divided into
three compartments, the posterior and anterior sides longitu-
dinally ribbed, the middle area slightly wrinkled; umbones
obtuse and blunt, placed considerably towards the posterior
side, which is much narrower than the broad and rounded
anterior one; whole surface covered with a thick, black epider-
mis; inside white, exhibiting iridescent reflections. Usual
length at broadest part somewhat more than half an inch;
breadth an inch and a quarter. It has been found two inches
in breadth.
Found on most of the British and Irish coasts.
4. Mopiona MARMoRaTA, pl. XXVII, f. 10.
Modiola discors, First Ed., pl. 29, f. 10; Fleming, p. 413;
Turton, Biy., p. 201, pl. 15, f. 4, 5; Modiola marmoratus,
Forbes, p. 44; Mytilus discors, Pennant, IV, p- 240; Montagu,
p- 167; Maton and Rackett, p. 111, pl. 3, £8; Brown, Wer-
nerian Mem., II, p. 515; Ib., Ency. Brit., p. 424.
Shell very convex, somewhat cordiform; the posterior and
anterior sides with about eighteen fine, longitudinal ribs,
broader and stronger on the posterior side; the middle area
plain, or slightly wrinkled transversely ; umbones large, promi-
nent, obtuse at the point, turned to one side, and situate near
the posterior side, which is rounded ; anterior side beaked, and
slightly constricted; external surface covered with an olive-
green, glossy epidermis, beneath which the shell is white, often
mottled with pink or pale red; inside white, tinged with pink ;
margin provided with crenulations, which correspond with the
exterior surface, which is ribbed, the other portions plain. Or-
dinary length three-eighths of an inch; breadth five-eighths ;
sometimes, however, although rarely met with, seven-eighths in
breadth.
This species is common on all the British coasts, burrowing
in the roots of Alg@, and very often found lodged in the sub-
stance of the Ascidia Mentula.
[ NayaDEs.
This is not the AZ. discors of Lamarck, which is a foreign
species, and very different from our shell; and, therefore, I cor-
dially approve of the name given to it by my friend Professor
Forbes.
Young shells of the AZ. discrepans have been confounded
with this species, but the following distinctions will shew that
they are widely different. The JZ. discors is very convex,
nearly as thick as broad, and pointed at the anterior side; the
posterior side with about eighteen ribs; while the M. discre-
pans is depressed, broad and rounded at the anterior side, and
with only eight or nine ribs on the posterior side; the epider-
mis is also more dull.
5. Mopiora Pripeavxiana, pl. XXVII, f. 9.
Modiola Prideauxiana, First Ed., pl. 29, £.9; Leach, Zool.
Miscell., II, p. 34; Ib., MSS., p. 11.
Shell subtransverse, a little compressed; striated from the
umbo to the basal margin, with transverse, almost equidistant
wrinkles; colour pale saffron-yellow externally, and white inter-
nally, with a slight metallic lustre. Length about an eighth of
an inch; breadth a quarter.
Found on the Devonshire coast, by Mr. Prideaux.
6. Mopiota rHuomBEa, pl. XXXIX, f. 17.
Modiola rhombea, Berkeley, Zool. Journ., Ill, p. 229, Sup.,
pl. 18, f. 1.
Shell thin, subrhomboidal, gibbous, with transverse, subcre-
nulated plications, and longitudinal ribs, which are somewhat
obscure behind; umbones prominent, and incurved. Length
from the umbo to the basal margin two lines.
A single specimen of this interesting shell was dredged up at
Weymouth, in August, 1826, adhering by its byssus to a large
mass of slate.
ORDER IIl.—DIMYAIRA.
Shell provided with two separate lateral muscular impres-
sions.
Sus-Diviston J.—LaMELLIPEDEs.
Famity I.—NayabDEs.
Shells inhabiting fresh waters; the hinge sometimes with an
irregular, simple, or complex tooth, and a longitudinal prolonged
one, and sometimes none. Some have a compound muscular
impression ; and the umbo is frequently decorticated.
Genus ].—ANnopon.—Bruguiére.
Shell equivalve, inequilateral, and transverse, for the most
part very thin; hinge line nearly straight; hinge glabrous, with
smooth lamina, destitute of cardinal teeth, truncated, or form-
ing a sinus at the anterior end, terminating the apex of the
shell; two lateral remote, muscular impressions, the posterior
one being compound; pallial impression entire, and seldom dis-
tinctly marked; ligament linear, external, sunk in a cleft at the
anterior extremity; inside pearlaceous; external surface covered
- with a shining epidermis.
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1, Anopon CyGNEUs.
Anodonta Cygnea, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, p. 84; Dra-
pernaud, Hist. Nat. des Moll., p. 134, pl. 11, f. 6, and pl. 12, f.
1; Anodon Cygneus, Turton, Brit. Biy., p. 239; Mytilus Cyg-
neus, Linneus, Syst. Nat., p. 1158; Gmelin, p. 3355; Montagu,
Test. Brit., p. 170.
Shell thin, oblong-ovate, tumid; anterior side short, rounded;
posterior slope elongated, and somewhat pointed, more or less
angulated, and subcompressed ; umbones but slightly produced,
and placed nearest the anterior side.
This species is subject to great variety of form. These
varieties have, by different authors, been considered distinct
species; but we have not been able to detect any specific dif-
ference in the animal inhabitant.
well-marked and permanent varieties, the distinguishing charac-
teristics of which we shall endeavour to point out. Most of
the Anodons undergo considerable change, in their progress
from the young to the adult condition.
Variety 1. Cycneus, pl. XXVIII, f. 1, 3, 4.
Anodonta Cygnea, Pfeiffer, 1, p. 111, pl. 6, f.4; Rossmassler,
I, p. 111, pl. 3, f. 67; Ib., V, VI, pl. 25, f. 342; Mytilus Cyg-
neus, Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 113, pl. 67, f. 78; Donovan,
Brit. Sh., pl. 55 and 113; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII,
p- 109, pl. 3 a, f. 2; Sheppard, Linn. Trans., XIII, pl. 5, f. 3;
Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 170; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 96,
pl. 205, f. 16; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 405
Anodon Cygnea, Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., I, p. 117.
Shell rather thin, oblong-ovate, inflated; umbo small, placed
near the anterior side, which is rounded and short; posterior
side elongated, with the hinge line nearly parallel, or slightly
oblique, from whence it suddenly slopes into a subrostrated
form; lower margin rounded, gradually sloping upwards towards
the posterior side; external surface concentrically wrinkled,
and covered with an olive-green, shining epidermis; inside
There are, however, several
pearlaceous.
Figs. 3 and 4, young shells.
Found in the river Ouse, at York; the Thames, near Wind-
sor; in the ponds at Elmingham Park, the seat of the Countess
of Dysart, Suffolk; Loch Kettrine, Scotland; in the Grand
Canal, and the Moyntaghs, County of Armagh, Ireland; and
many other lakes and rivers in Britain and Ireland.
Variety 2. CELLENsIs, pl. XX VIIL,* f. 1, 2.
Anodonta cellensis, Encyclopedia Methodique, pl. 202; Pfeif-
fer, I, p. 110, pl. 6, f. 1; Rossmassler, IV, p. 23, pl. 19, f. 280;
Anodon cellensis, Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 118; Ano-
don Cygneus, Drapernaud, Moll., pl. 12, f. 13; Turton, Man.,
pl. 1, f. 83 Anodon paludosus, Turton, Brit. Biv., p. 240, pl.
15, f. 6; Anodonta sulcata, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., V, p. 853
Mytilus cellensis, Schroeter, Flussconch., pl. 2, f. 1; Mytilus
anatinus, Pennant, Brit. Zool., IV, p. 113, pl. 68, f.79; Maton
and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 110, pl. 3 a, f. 1; Montagu,
Test. Brit. p. 171; Sheppard, Linn. Trans., XIII, pl. 5, f. 5;
Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 99, pl. 204, f. 14.
Shell considerably elongated, with numerous, concentric, and
rather deep wrinkles; hinge line and base nearly parallel to
each other; anterior side short ; posterior side very long; the
upper and under sides both suddenly contracting into a sub-
rostrated form; covered with a greenish, shining epidermis.
This variety differs from the Cygneus, in its form being
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much more lengthened, and in the hinge and basal lines being
both nearly straight, and almost parallel to each other.
Fig. 2 represents the young shell.
This shell varies considerably in size in different localities.
It has been found in the pond of my friend Thomas Glover,
Esq., at Smedley Hill, near Manchester, measuring three inches
and a quarter in length, and six and a half in breadth.
Found in the pond of the Infirmary, Manchester, and in
many other ponds in the neighbourhood; Borrodale, West-
moreland; Loch Vennachar, Perthshire; the loch and ponds at
Duddingston, near Edinburgh; and in the Grand Canal, near
Shannon Harbour, King’s County, Ireland.
This variety is more commonly diffused throughout Britain
than any of the others.
Variety 3. Anatina, pl. XXIX, f. 1.
Anodonta Anatina, Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. Ist, p-
85; Pfeiffer, I, p. 112, pl. 6, f. 2; Rossmassler, V, VI, p. 57,
pl. 30, f. 417 to 420; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist.,
VI, p. 55; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 118.
Shell thin, subcompressed; anterior side very short, and
rounded; hinge line abruptly ascending into an acute angle,
and suddenly descends in a hollowed line to a somewhat trun-
cated beak, which is a little produced at its lower angle; from
the anterior side the basal line suddenly descends in a rounded
form, and again makes an acute upwards angle, to meet the
posterior line; outer surface covered with a shining, fresh-green
epidermis.
The posterior side of the shell is very long, and much
broader than in any of the former varieties.
This variety is easily distinguished from its congeners, by the
posterior side being much broader than any of them, and from
the very abrupt upwards angle of the hinge line. A modifica-
tion of this variety occurs in the river Cam, near Cambridge.
It is considerably more inflated than the ordinary form of
Anatinus, and is of a small size.
three-quarters; its breadth three inches and a quarter; and its
thickness one inch and one-eighth.
Found at Southport, Lancashire; Loch Leven, Kinrossshire ;
Prestwick Carr, Northumberland, where we obtained the beau-
tifal and highly characteristic specimen from which our figure
was taken; and also in the rivers Shannon and Bresna, and the
Grand Canal, Ireland.
Variety 4. Sracnatis, pl. XXVIII, f. 2.
Mytilus stagnalis, Sowerby, Brit. Miscell., pl. 16; Mytilus
Cygneus, Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 109; Mon-
tagu, Test. Brit., p. 171.
Shell thin, much inflated; umbones subcentral; anterior side
rounded, with a slight angle above; hinge line arcuated; poste-
rior side slightly hollowed, and terminating in a subacute beak ;
basal line nearly semicircular ; outer surface with an olivaceous,
shining epidermis ; very pearlaceous and iridescent internally.
In the younger condition, the colour is of a bright yellowish-
green.
Found in the pond of Kew Garden; in the Canal Wharf at
Bolton Bridge, Lancashire ; and in the canal at Keighley.
Variety 5. InTErMeEp1a, pl. XXX, f. 5, 6.
Anodonta intermedia, Lamarck, Hist. An. San. Vert., VI, p.
86; Pfeiffer, I, p. 113, pl. 6, f. 3; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot.,
IJ, p. 118.
Its length is one inch and
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Shell very thin, with the hinge line almost straight, and,
ascending, forming an angle, from whence it descends in nearly
a parallel direction, assuming an obtuse point; anterior side
slightly angulated; the basal line arcuated, and descending con-
siderably, in consequence of which the posterior side is very
deep, being a third more than the anterior one; surface covered
with a very bright yellowish-green epidermis, frequently with
divergent rays of a deeper hue; ligament not protruding beyond
the margin of the hinge line.
Found in the canal, near Keighley.
Variety 6. Compranata, pl. XXVIII,* f. 6, 7.
Anodonta complanata, Ziegler Museum; Rossmassler, I, p.
112, pl. 3, f.68, a; Anodonta compressa, Menke, Syn., p. 106;
a variety, Rossmassler, IV, p. 24, pl. 20, f. 283; Ziegler Mus.;
Anodonta rhomboidea, Schliit.
Shell very thin, compressed, elliptically-ovate; the superior,
or hinge margin ascending, in a somewhat curved line, to the
termination of the ligament, from whence it descends and ter-
minates in a produced beak, quite at the lower angle of the
posterior side; basal line very straight, with a slight curvature ;
anterior margin rounded, and narrow, near to which the slightly
developed umbo is situate; whole surface with concentric wrin-
kles, and covered with a reddish-brown epidermis.
This variety is found in the river Calder, near Wakefield ;
and it has been forwarded to me from the Trent, at Repton,
near Burton, by the kindness of Sir Oswald Mosley, Bart., a
gentleman distinguished for the deep interest which he takes in
the advancement of Natural Science.
Variety 7. AVvoNENsIs, pl. XXIX, f. 2.
Mytilus Avonensis, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 172; Turton,
Brit. Fau., p. 165; AZytilus Cygneus, var. 8, Maton and Rack-
ett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 110, pl. 3 a, £3; Fleming, Edin. Ency.,
VIL, p. 99, pl. 206, f.5; Anodonta Anatina, var., Rossmassler,
VI, p. 57, pl. 30, f. 418.
Shell ovoid, or subrhomboidal, ventricose, rather thick, in
some specimens very thick; anterior margin rounded, short ;
posterior margin long, and pointed; hinge line subarcuated ;
basal line slightly curved; external surface generally rough, with
sharp concentric wrinkles, covered with a very thick, variously
coloured, rather dull epidermis; sometimes olivaceous, and at
others reddish-brown.
This variety is subject to considerable variation of form and
size, and is in general well marked. It is usually of a dull
white internally, with but little of the pearly lustre so prevalent
in its congeners.
Found in the Avon and New River; also near Tisbury, Wilt-
shire; the Trent, near Burton; near Steeton; the canal, near
Halifax, and of a large size in the canal, near Sowerby Bridge,
Yorkshire.
Variety 8. PonprErosa, pl. XXX, f. 1, 2, and pl. XXIX,
force
Anodon ponderosa, Pfeiffer, II, p. 31, pl. 4, f. 1 to 6; Ross-
massler, IV, p. 24, pl. 20, f. 282; Mytilus Cygneus, var. B,
Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 109, pl. 3 a, f. 3.
Shell large, thick, ponderous, rhombic-oval, very ventricose ;
externally wrinkled; with the epidermis rough, fibrous, and
semivillous at the rounded anterior extremity, and at the base;
posterior side long, subrostrated, and subtruncated at its extre-
mity; base but slightly bent, or nearly parallel; hinge line
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considerably arcuated, with a long ligament, from whence it
somewhat abruptly descends; beneath the ligament a sinuated
groove, rising abruptly, and forming a ventricose disk; umbones
rather tumid, and decorticated; the ligamentary sinus small,
subcordate; inside bluish-white. Length two inches and three-
eighths; breadth four inches and five-eighths; thickness two
inches and a half.
T was favoured with this interesting variety by my friend Mr.
Henry Johnson, Curator of the Museum, Royal Institution,
Liverpool, who found it at Otterspool, Aigburth, on the pro-
perty of John Moss, Esq., who has since most kindly supplied
me with a complete series for investigation. It also occurs in
Loch End, near Edinburgh. Another handsome variety of this
shell inhabits the lake at Rolleston, the seat of Sir Oswald
Mosley, Bart., near Burton-upon-Trent, to whom I am indebted
for a fine series.
The latter variety is somewhat more acuminated in the beak-
ed side, and devoid of the villosity of the Otterspool variety, in
which respect it agrees with that found at Loch End.
This she!l has been mistaken for the A. Avonensis, by some
British Naturalists. It is, however, considerably more inflated,
in proportion to its size, and a third larger.
Variety 9. SusruomBea, pl. XXX, f. 3, 4.
Anodon subrhombea, Brown, MSS.; Anodonta piscinalis,
var. ? Rossmassler, VI, pl. 30, f. 416.
Shell thick, subrhomboidal, rather inflated; anterior side
slightly produced; hinge line nearly parallel, and ascending
towards the posterior side; ligament long, subarcuated, from
whence it suddenly declines towards the somewhat truncated
extremity; basal line considerably arcuated; exterior surface
but slightly wrinkled transversely ; umbones small, and acute ;
inside bluish-white, with faint pearlaceous reflections.
This variety differs from the 4. piscinalis, in being more
ponderous, and more inflated, in the hinge line being more
arcuated, and in being less rostrated.
Found in the Irwell, near Manchester, by my esteemed
friend Mr. Samuel Gibson, of Hebden Bridge, Yorkshire; to
whom I am indebted for specimens.
Variety 10. Pisctnauis, pl. XX VIIL,* f. 3, 4, 5.
Anodonta piscinalis, Nilsson, p. 116, No. 3; Drapernaud,
Hist. des Moll., pl. 12, f. 2; Rossmassler, IV, p. 23, pl. 19, f.
281; Anodonta ventricosa, Pfeiffer, II, p. 30, pl. 3, f.6; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 1183; wood cut, Kenyon, Mag. Nat.
Hist., I, f. 188; Mytilus maculatus, Sheppard, Linn. Trans.,
XIII, pl. 5, f. 6, young shell.
Shell subovate, ventricose, thick; hinge line ascending in a
waved, subarcuated sweep towards the posterior side, and des-
cending in a hollow bent line, ending in a produced, turned
upwards beak; basal margin considerably arcuated, and ascend-
ing rather abruptly towards the posterior side; outer surface
covered with a thick, shining, olivaceous epidermis, with many
obscure, radiating lines of a darker hue.
Found in the canal, near Birmingham; and in Combermere,
Cheshire, where I procured an extensive series, while on a visit
at the Abbey, through the polite attention of Viscount and
Lady Combermere.
Variety 11. Rosrrata, pl. XXVIII,* f. 8, 9.
Anodonta rostrata, Kokeil Museum; Rossmassler, IV, p. 25,
pl. 20, f. 284.
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Shell compressed, considerably elongated transversely, thin ;
anterior side very short; posterior side very long, and produced
into a somewhat lengthened, blunted beak; hinge line arcuated,
and ascending, its greatest altitude being nearly central; ante-
rior side rather narrow, and rounded; posterior side descending
in a wayed line; basal line nearly parallel, and undulating ;
umbones convex; outside rather smooth, and covered with a
blackish-brown epidermis.
Said to be found in ponds at Liverpool, but I have never
met with one from that locality.
An extremely thin and lengthened variety, which is covered
with a reddish-brown epidermis, and rather rough on the sur-
face. It inhabits Loch Kettrine, Perthshire. Our figure is
taken from a specimen procured in that locality.
Variety 12. Conrorra, pl. XXX, f. 7, 8.
Shell of moderate thickness; hinge line quite parallel; the
ligament hardly protruding beyond the hinge line; umbones
very flat; anterior side very short, narrow, and a little point-
ed; posterior side very broad, subrostrated, with a remarkable
flexure, caused by a strong rib-like process, emanating in both
valves from the umbones, and thickening towards the margin;
the basal line prominently arcuated; shell considerably inflated,
one valve much more convex than the other.
This remarkable variety was found by Thomas Glover, Esq.,
of Smedley Hill, inhabiting ditches, in a flat meadow, not far
from the School House, at Repton, near Burton-upon-Trent.
Upwards of twenty specimens were obtained by him. Sir
Oswald Mosley kindly undertook to procure specimens of this
desirable shell; but on visiting the spot, found the locality com-
pletely destroyed, in consequence of a new bridge having lately
been built across the Trent; and although the ditch in which
they were found communicated with the river, yet no traces of
the shell could be found.
Genus 2.—Unio.—Bruguiére.
Shell transverse, equivalve, inequilateral, free, sometimes sub-
cordate, or suborbicular; pearlaceous within; generally covered
with a dark olivaceous epidermis, which is usually decorticated
on the umbones; hinge provided with a short, irregular, simple,
or a double compound tooth, which is almost always striated ;
with two elongated, compressed, lateral teeth, the front one
produced, sometimes obsolete; two muscular impressions in
each valve, the superior one compound, or composed of seyeral
divisions ; ligament external.
1. Unio pictorum, pl. XXXI, f. 7, 8, 9, 10, 11.
Unio pictorum, First Ed., pl. 26, f.4; Lamarck, An. San.
Vert., VI, p. 77; Ency. Meth., pl. 248, f. 4; Pfeiffer, I, p- 115,
pl. 5, £9, 10; Drapernaud, Moll., pl. 11, f. 4; Rossmassler,
I, pl. 3, f. 71, a,b; Ib., III, p. 23, pl. 13, f. 197; Ib. IX and
X, p- 10, pl. 45, f. 587 to 590; Unio rostratus, Pfeiffer, I, p.
114, pl. 5, f.8; Mya pictorwm, Sturm, Fauna, VI, p- 2, f. a;
Schroeter, Flussconch., pl. 4, f.6; Wood, Conch., p. 104, pl.
19, f. 3, 4; Donovan, Brit. Sh., III, pl. 89; Afya ovalis, Mon-
tagu, Test. Brit. p. 34; M/ysca pictorum, Turton, Man., p. 20,
pl. 2, f. 11; Gray’s Turton, p. 295, pl. 2, f. 11, badly figured.
Shell thin, transversely oblong-oyal, ventricose; umbones a
little produced, and placed near to the anterior side, which is
short, and rounded; posterior side elongated, and somewhat
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pointed; hinge line slightly bent; basal line nearly parallel, and
a little hollowed in the centre; hinge furnished with a strong,
double, compressed, elevated, elongated, crested, crenated, car-
dinal tooth in the left valve, with a perpendicularly papillose,
striated cleft on the side of its posterior portion, on which the
tooth of the opposite valve rests, which locks into a space aboye
the shorter cardinal tooth in the opposite valve; lateral teeth in
both valves long, narrow, and sunk at the umbones,—from
whence they take their rise,—becoming more elevated and
acute as they diverge, and extend the same length as the liga-
ment; inside highly pearlaceous; varying in different specimens
from bluish-white to a rich salmon-colour, with faint, nearly
obsolete radiations, extending from the umbones to the mar-
gins; pallial impressions well marked; anterior muscular im-
pressions very deep; posterior ones distinctly defined; outside
covered with a smooth, shining, yellowish-green epidermis, but
varying in colour from different localities; with very indistinct,
nearly obsolete, divergent grooves, radiating from the umbones
to the margins; and with transverse, concentric, slight furrows,
and very irregular, transverse strie, most conspicuous towards
the sides.
Fig. 11, pl. XXXI, is an external view of the teeth of the
hinge.
Found in the river Ouse, at York; the Aire, near Gargrew;
the Severn, near Shrewsbury; in the Aire, near Skipton; the
Avon, near Leamington, Warwickshire; and several other slow
running rivers and lakes in Britain.
Variety 1, pl. XXXI, f. 7 and 10.
Rossmassler, III, p. 23, pl. 13, f. 196; Ib., I, p. 118, pl. 3,
fe lai eros
The length somewhat more than two-fifths of its breadth ;
thickness a third more than its length. This is the ordinary
form of the species.
Found in the Ouse, at York; the Severn, near Shrewsbury;
the canal, near Birmingham; and Sir Oswald Mosley, Bart.,
sent me some beautiful specimens, from the lake at Rolleston,
with the insides of a rich nacred, pale salmon-colour. In this
locality they grow to a very large size, measuring an inch
and three-quarters in length, and upwards of four inches in
breadth.
Fariety 2, pl. XXXI, f. 8.
Rossmassler, I, p. 117, pl. 3, f. 70, a, Unio tumidius.
The posterior side more pointed, that side gradually dimi-
nishing both above and below, from the umbones. Length
five-tenths of its breadth; thickness half its length; cardinal
and lateral teeth longer and more prominent than in the first
variety.
Inhabits the Aire, near Gargrew; and the river Brothay,
which empties itself into Windermere, near Ambleside.
Variety 3, pl. XXXI, f. 9.
Considerably longer than the former two varieties, being
nearly a third, in proportion to its breadth; the umbones more
central and prominent ; and somewhat more inflated.
Found in the Don, at Sheffield.
2. Unio Desnaysi, pl. XXXII, f. 1, 2, 3, 4.
Unio Deshaysti, Rossmassler, III, p. 23, pl. 13, f. 197; Gib-
son, MSS.
Shell thickish, much elongated transversely; hinge line slightly
curved; basal line nearly parallel, slightly waved in the centre,
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ascending rather abruptly towards the posterior side, and form-
ing a subrostrated termination; umbones prominent, placed
very near the anterior side, which is short, and rounded; pos-
terior side slightly gaping, much elongated, but not subrotund
and subangulated; produced by the somewhat elevated ridge,
which diverges from the umbones to the extreme point of the
valve; cardinal teeth small, compressed, minutely serrated ;
double, and lamelliform, elongated in the left valve, with a
deep, perpendicularly suleated sinus in its side, for the recep-
tion of the tooth of the right valve; the portion of the tooth
next the umbo somewhat acute; lateral tooth Jong and double
in the left valve, single and sunk towards the umbo, and nearly
parallel; lateral tooth of the right valve single, depressed
towards the umbo, but ascending, and more acute, as it
diverges from the umbo; inside bluish-white, and iridescent ;
muscular impressions very deep; pallial impression well defined ;
outside of a dark olive-green, and with rather deep, concentric
wrinkles.
Figs. 3 and 4, pl. XXXII, exhibit the external and internal
appearance of the teeth.
This species differs from U. pictorum, in its general length
being more uniform, and in being broader at the posterior
side, and less acute; in the teeth being much smaller, and less
elevated, as well as in the crenulations on their upper side
being less distinct, and less regular; in the shell being much
thicker, and its posterior side being considerably shorter.
Found in the Wharf, near Ottley; the Aire, near Keighley;
the Wharf, near Bolton Bridge; and the Don, near Sheffield.
3. Unio rostrata, pl. XXXII, f. 9, 10, 11, 12.
Onio rostrata, Kokeil Museum; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot.,
II, p. 118; Lamarck, An. San. Vert., VI, pt. Ist, p. 77, No.
31; Unio elongatata, Pfeiffer, II, p. 35, pl. 8, £.5,6; Unio
pictorum, var., Nilsson, I, p. 118, f f; Ib., III, p. 23, f f; Ross-
massler, VI, p. 55, pl. 29, f. 409.
Shell greatly elongated transversely; umbones very flat,
placed near the anterior side; hinge line but very little
arcuated, as far as the extremity of the lateral teeth, from
whence it suddenly slopes both above and below, termina-
ting in a somewhat rostrated form; basal line nearly parallel ;
primary teeth rather thick, and serrated at the edge; lateral
teeth long, and considerably elevated; anterior muscular im-
pression moderately sized, and deeply sunk; below the
umbones, there are indications of remote, nearly obsolete
strie; internal surface of a bluish-white, with iridescent reflec-
Length not a third of its breadth; thickness four-fifths
of its length.
Figs. 11 and 12, pl. XXXII, external and internal represen-
tation of the teeth.
This shell tapers more abruptly in thinness towards the pos-
tions.
terior side, than any of its British congeners; and is consider-
ably more obtuse at its anterior side, than the U. pictorwm; but
its much more elongated form, will at once distinguish it from
that shell.
I found this species in the canal, near Hull; and William
Thompson, Esq., of Belfast, procured it in the Avon, near
Leamington.
4. Unio tumipus, pl. XXXII, f. 5, 6, 7, 8.
Unio tumidus, Retzius, Nova Testaceor. Genera, p. 17, No.
3; Unio tumida, Pfeiffer, IT, p. 34, pl. 7, f. 2, 3, and pl. 8, f.
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1, 2; Rossmassler, II, p. 117, pl. 3, f. 70 6; Ib., III, p. 27, pl-
3, f. 202, 203; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 118; Mysce
solida, Turton, Man., p. 22, pl. 2, f. 133; Ib., Conch. Dict., p.
246, pl. 16, f. 2.
Shell very thick, solid, cuneiform, transversely oblong-ovate,
much inflated; umbones produced, and placed very close, situate
near one extremity; anterior side short, rounded; posterior side
long, gradually sloping from the umbones both aboye and below,
and terminating in a subtruncated beak; cardinal tooth large,
single, thick, elevated, and finely serrated at the edge, in the
right valve, and double in the opposite valve; muscular im-
pressions small, and deeply sunk both before and behind; pallial
impression strongly defined; external surface with rather strong,
concentric wrinkles, and the whole of a reddish-brown, slightly
tinged with olivaceous-green; inside white, with but little iri-
descent lustre. Length half its breadth; thickness four-fifths
of its length.
Figs. 7 and 8, pl. XXXII, external and internal representa-
tion of the teeth.
Found in the New River, near London; and the Avon, near
Leamington, Warwickshire.
5. Unio ovatis, pl. XXXI, f. 12, 13, 14.
Unio ovalis, First Ed., pl. 26, f. 2; Leach, MSS., p.10; ALya
ovalis, Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 563; A/ya depressa, Donovan,
Brit. Sh., III, pl. 101; AZya ovata, Donovan, Brit. Sh., IV,
pl. 122, f. 1, 2, 3; Aysca ovata, Turton, Man., p. 21, pl. 2, f.
12; Mysca solida, Turton, Biy., p. 246, pl. 16, f.2; Unio tu-
midus, Rossmassler, I, pl. 14, f. 204; Unio twmidus, var., Ross-
massler, VIII, p. 41, pl. 40, f. 542.
Shell strong, thick, transversely ovate; hinge line arcuated ;
umbones prominent, wrinkled, and closely approximate; right
valve with a strong, double, erect, cardinal tooth, the higher
portion situate immediately below the umbo, considerably
elevated aboye the margin, and two long, oblique, lateral
teeth; muscular impressions of moderate size, the anterior
ones deep; pallial impression deeply defined; left valve with a
single, erect, oblique, cardinal tooth, and a long, elevated, lateral
tooth, which fits into the cleft between those of the opposite
valve; inside iridescent, and of a pale reddish-salmon colour,
and the posterior side of the valves often rough and irregularly
wrinkled; outside usually with strong, concentric lines of
growth, which are often foliaceous at the posterior side, and of
an olivaceous-brown colour; the umbones generally redder,
and frequently with longitudinal radiations of pale yellow, or
buff. Length upwards of three-fifths of its breadth; thickness
not two-fifths.
Fig. 14, pl. XX XI, external representation of the teeth.
This species will be distinguished from the tumidus, by its
more oval form, and in the posterior side being less produced,
as well as by its teeth being thicker, the central portion of that
in the right valve not so acutely notched on its edge, and rather
more elevated; and the shell is much less inflated.
Found in the Aire, near Skipton; the Ouse, above York;
the Severn, near Shrewsbury; at Kirkstal Bridge, near Leeds;
and in the canal, near Burnley.
6. Unio Batavus, pl. XXXI, f. 3, 3,* 4, 5, 6.
Unio Batavus, First Ed., pl. 26, f. 3; Lamarck, An. San.
Vert., VI, pt. Ist, p. 78, No. 33; Nilsson, p. 112, No. 8; Pfeif-
fer, I, p. 115, pl. 5, f. 14; Rossmassler, II, p. 20, pl. 8, f. 128,
NayabEs.]
a, b; Drapernaud, pl. 11, f. 35 Mya pictorum, Donovan, Brit.
Sh., pl. 174; Wood, Conch. p. 403, pl. 19, f. 1, 23 Aysca
Batava, Turton, Man., p. 20, pl. 2, f. 10.
Shell inflated, oval; hinge line subarcuated; posterior side
but very slightly produced; umbones rounded, placed near to
one side, and a little apart from each other; anterior muscular
impressions small, and deep; pallial impression but slightly
defined; inside of a rich pearlaceous lustre; exterior surface of
a yellowish-green, frequently beautifully radiated with darker
green; lines of growth not deep; basal line arcuated. Length
three-fifths of its breadth; thickness upwards of two-fifths.
Figs. 4 and 5, pl. XXXI, external and internal view of the
teeth.
This shell is easily distinguished by its more regularly oval
form, and smaller size, seldom exceeding an inch and a quarter
in length. Found in the river Kennet, above Newbury.
GeEnus 3.—ALASMODON.—Say.
Shell thick, generally transversely elongate, but variable in
form, equivalve, inequilateral; a little gaping posteriorly ; with
or without auricles; umbones for the most part rough, and
decorticated, more so anteriorly; hinge with a lamellar, blunted,
lateral tooth on the posterior side, situate under the ligament,
but destitute of one on the anterior side; a short, irregularly
indented, cardinal tooth in the right valve, which locks between
the two irregularly crested teeth in the left valve; ligament
exterior, and much elongated; muscular impressions large, irre-
gular, frequently double, and placed near the extremities; pallial
impression deeply defined.
1. ALASMODON MARGARATIFERUS, pl. XXXI, f. 1, 2; pl.
XXXII, f. 13, 14, 15; and pl. XXX,* f. 1, 2, 3, 4.
Variety 1. Ordinary form, pl. XXXI, f. 1, 2.
Alasmodon margaritiferum, Fleming, Brit. An., p- 417; Unio
margaritiferus, Nilsson, p. 106, No. 2; Turton, Conch. Dict.,
p- 202, pl. 16, f. 1; Ib., Man., p. 19, pl. 2, f. 95; Ib., Brit. Biv.,
p- 242, pl. 16, f. 1; Rossmassler, I, p. 120, pl. 4, f. 72, 735
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p.55; Unio mar-
garitifera, Drapernaud, p. 132, pl. 10, f. 17, 18, 19; Pfeiffer,
I, p. 116, pl. 5, £11; Unio elongata, Lamarck, An. San. Vert.,
VI, pt. Ist, p. 70; Damaris margaritifera, Leach, MSS., p.
10; Mya margaritifera, Miiller, Verm., II, p. 210, No. 396;
Montagu, Test. Brit., p. 33; Donovan, Brit. Sh., pl. 73; Pen-
nant, Brit. Zool. IV, p. 80, pl. 43, f. 18; Brown, Wernerian
Mem., II, p.505; Ib., Ency. Brit., 1st Ed., VI, p- 405; Ib.,
Ency. Edinensis, II, p. 542.
Shell transverse, oblong-ovate ; hinge line considerably arcu-
ated; basal line concave; umbones flat, rugged, much decor-
ticated, and frequently with small, round perforations; an
obsolete, gradually widening hollow, extends from the umbones
to the base, in both valves; anterior side very short, and
rounded; posterior side much elongated, and pointed; surface
covered with a brownish-black, strong epidermis; teeth of the
hinge strong, thick, subconic; right valve with a single tooth,
notched on both sides, which locks into a bifurcated, notched
tooth in the opposite valve; muscular impressions near both
extremities, aud are deep and complicated; pallial impression
very distinctly defined, and deeply marked towards the anterior
side ; interior pearlaceous, with irregular streaks of green, and
frequently bronzed; towards the centre are from twenty to
MOLLUSCA. 83
thirty irregular, rather deep, nearly round punctures, of the size
of the head of a small pin. Length upwards of two inches and
a half; breadth five inches and a half.
Found in the rivers Aun and Avon, Devonshire; the Con-
way; the Irt, Cumberland; the Lune, Lancashire; the Tay and
Forth, in Scotland; the Tyrone, Bann, and Slaney, Ireland;
and various other localities in Britain and Ireland.
This shell is familiarly known by the name of the Pearl
Muscle. In a Paper on Pearls in the Philosophical Transae-
tions, it is mentioned that several pearls of considerable value
have been procured from the Alasmodon margaritiferus,
which have been found in the rivers Tyrone and Donegal,
Treland. One of them weighed thirty-six carats, and would
have been worth £40., but owing to its being impure, it lost
Other pearls, from the same places, have
sold for from £4. 10s. to £10. One at the last named price
was bought by Lady Glenlealy, who had it placed in a necklace,
and refused £80. offered for it by the Duchess of Ormond. We
are told by Camden, that Sir John Hawkins had a patent for
fishing pearls in the river Irt, Cumberland. There was also a
great fishery for pearls in the river Tay, Scotland, which ex-
tended from Perth to Loch Tay; and, it is said, the pearls sent
from thence to London, from the year 1761 to 1764, were
worth £10,000. sterling. It is not uncommon at the present
time to find pearls in the Teith and Tay, worth from £1. to
£2. each.
Variety 2.
DOG sae!
Unio Roissyi, Michaud, Compl. p. 112, pl. 16, f. 28;
Proceedings Brit. Assoc. for 1838; Unio margaritifer, Ross-
massler, I, pl. 4, f. 74; Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 44; Fleming,
p- 417; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 56.
This variety differs from the common form in the following
particulars.
much of its value.
Roissy1, pl. XXXII, f. 13, 14, 15, and pl.
The shell is much longer, in proportion to its
breadth; it is more uniformly ovate, the teeth somewhat more
elevated; the exterior covered with very fine, transverse striz,
the epidermis blacker, and general surface more smooth; the
hinge and basal lines less arcuated, interior more of a reddish-
blush, or flesh-colour, and the shell considerably thinner than in
the ordinary form; the muscular impressions are smaller, and
less deep; the punctures are situate nearer the umbones, are
elongated, and not deeply sunk, being more lacrymose in their
appearance.
Figs. 13, 14, and 15, pl. XXXII, are the Isle of Man variety,
and f. 4, pl. XXX,* is from the Teith.
This form inhabits the Teith, at Callander, Perthshire.
Forbes has found this elegant variety in the Black river, near
Kirk Bradden Church, and at Castleton, Isle of Man, where it
is common. He says “it was formerly much sought after by
the inhabitants for the sake of the pearls, which it not unfre-
quently contains.” Mr. Thompson says this variety is common
to several localities in Ireland.
Variety 3. Murnor, pl. XXX,* f. 2.
Unio margaritifera, minor, Rossmassler, II, p. 21, pl. 9, f
129; Nat Michaud.
Shell small, subcompressed; valves very thick; the cardinal
teeth compressed, and small; general form like variety 1. Sel-
dom exceeding an inch and a half in length; and three inches
and a half in breadth.
84 MOLLUSCA.
Inhabits the Mint, near Kendal.
Rossmassler is wrong in supposing that this variety belongs
to the form Rotssyt.
I am indebted to the kindness of Miss Ellen T. Thomson,
of Stricklandgate, and Thomas Gough, Esq., surgeon, Kendal,
for specimens and a knowledge of this variety.
Variety 4. Arcuata, pl. XXX,* f. 3.
Shell small, subdepressed, thick; hinge line considerably
arcuated; ligament prominent; basal line greatly curved; car-
dinal tooth in one valve very large; lateral sinus arcuated, and
broad as it retires from the cardinal tooth; muscular impressions
deep.
Found in the river Derwent, Bassenthwaite, Cumberland, a
little way below Ouse Bridge.
Variety 5. Outvacra, pl. XXX,* f. 1.
Small; substance of the shell thick, rather inflated; hinge line
nearly parallel; basal line with a flexure, and a very little arcu-
ated; valves with a slightly hollowed, longitudinal, gradually
widening furrow, from the umbones to the basal margin; outer
surface olivaceous, with irregular, transverse furrows; umbones
much decorticated, which extends nearly to the dorsal extre-
mity of the valves; inside of a dull flesh-colour, slightly nacred
towards the dorsal side; teeth small, distinctly tripartite in the
left valve, and very small and single in the other.
This very curious variety was discovered by Thomas Glover,
Esq., of Smedley Hill, in the Leven, a little way below the lake
of Windermere, Westmoreland.
Famity IJ.—Arcacka.
Shells provided with numerous small primary teeth, disposed
in a straight or interrupted line in each valve.
Genus 4.—NucuLa.—Lamarck.
Shell equivalve, inequilateral, transverse, oval, trigonal, or
oblong; generally covered with an epidermis; hinge linear,
narrow, divided into two parts by an oblique, produced, nearly
central pit, which is destined for the reception of the ligament,
the one anterior and the other posterior; lateral teeth on each
side numerous, acute, elevated, somewhat recurved, those of
the opposite valve locking into the intervening spaces; umbones
contiguous, and not separated by an intervening area; two
simple muscular impressions; mantle impression destitute of a
sinus.
Section I.— Shells oblong-ovate.
1. Nucuia rostrata, pl. XXXIII, f. 16.
Nucula rostrata, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 16; Arca rostrata,
Ency. Meth., pl. 309, f. 7, a, 6; Montagu, Sup., p. 55, pl. 27,
f.73; Turton, Conch. Dict., p. 11; Ib., Brit. Biv., p. 1783 La-
marck, VI, pt. Ist, p. 58.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, somewhat convex, and rather
thin; smaller side produced into an arcuated, beak-like form,
which is provided with three transverse ribs; umbones nearly
central, approximate, somewhat inclined to the smaller side;
external surface pale horn-coloured, and a little glossy, with
strong, regular, undulating, diagonal strie, which make an
abrupt, angulated turn across the ribs of the beak, terminating
[ ARCACEA.
where the ribs of the beak commence; these are crossed by
extremely minute, irregular, transverse strie, which, however,
can only be seen by the aid of a strong lens, and appear more
like the scratches of a file than strie; teeth strong, regular, and
angulated, those on each side of the hinge pit with their angular
sides turned towards it; inside very glossy and white.
not quite half an inch; breadth three-quarters.
Found off St. Abb’s Head, Frith of Forth, by Captain Las-
key; and I met with an odd valve at Holy Island.
2. Nucura minuTa, pl. XXXIII, f. 18.
Nacula minuta, First Ed., pl. 25, f.18; Turton, Biv. p- 178;
Arca minuta, Montagu, p. 140; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II,
p: 512; Arca caudata, Donovan, III, pl. 78; Arca modiolus,
Walker, p. 23, f. 81.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate ; anterior side produced into
an angulated, arcuated beak, which is square at the point;
Length
posterior side rounded; umbones small, pointed, and turned
towards the anterior side, with a small spindle-shaped depres-
sion under them, reaching to the point of the beak, and being
indented, gives a reflexed appearance; teeth numerous, sharp,
and prominent; external surface yellowish or pale olive-green,
covered with fine, distant, regular, transverse strie, and three
or four concentric ridges, according to the age of the shell;
inside smooth, glossy, and of a bluish-white or pale purple;
Length three-eighths of an inch; breadth some-
what more than half an inch.
Found at Sandwich; Tenby; Dublin Bay and Portmarnock,
Treland; and Frith of Forth, Scotland.
3. NucvuLa oBionea, pl. XXXIII, f. 17.
Nucula obsoleta, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 17.
Shell oblong-ovate ; anterior side produced into a straight,
but slightly narrowed beak, with two shallow furrows running
from the apex to the point, which is slightly rounded; posterior
side rounded; umbones straight, very blunt, and placed near
the posterior side; exterior surface of a dark olive-green, with
nearly obsolete, transverse striz ; teeth strong, regular, promi-
nent, and triangular; cartilage cavity spoon-shaped, and sloping
downwards; inside smooth, and white; muscular impressions
margin plain.
large; a slight groove emanating below the umbones, termi-
nates on the margin at the beaked side. Length upwards of
half an inch; breadth upwards of seven-eighths.
Discovered by Stewart Ker, Esq., at Greenock, and on the
beach of the opposite shore, where it is not uncommon.
4, Nucuta TRuNcaTA, pl. XXXIII, f. 19.
Nucula truncata, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 19.
Shell ovate, somewhat beaked at its anterior side above, with
an oblique truncation below the projecting point; umbones
rather prominent, rounded, and nearly central; outside of a
dark olive-green, beset with numerous, extremely fine, close,
considerably undulated, transverse striz, and with exceedingly
fine, minute, longitudinal striz, which can only be seen by the
aid of a lens; inside smooth, white; hinge with about thirty
sharp, elevated, and somewhat imbricated teeth; cartilage socket
nearly round, sloping downwards, and almost concealed below
the umbones. Length not quite half an inch; breadth about
three-quarters.
Discovered by Stewart Ker, Esq., at Greenock, and near
Ardencaple, where it is not uncommon.
ARCACEA. |
Section I1.— Shells suborbicular.
5. NucuiA MarGaritacea, pl. XXXII], f. 12.
Nucula margaritacea, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 12; Lamarck, VI,
pt. Ist, p.59; Forbes, p. 43; Nucula nucleus, Turton, Biv., p.
176, pl. 13, f.4; Arca nucleus, Pennant, IV, p. 217; Montagu,
p- 141; Donovan, I], pl. 63.
Shell thick, inflated, obliquely ovate, slightly subtrigonal;
umbones rather prominent, placed nearest the posterior side ;
beneath them a cordiform depression; colour olive, of various
shades in different individuals, and very glossy; with numerous,
concentric, nearly obsolete wrinkles, crossed by numerous, fine,
interrupted strie; inside of a glossy, highly nacred silvery white ;
hinge angular, with numerous, upright, sharp teeth, extending
considerably above the hinge lines; margin minutely crenulated.
Length half an inch; breadth somewhat more.
Found on the Devonshire, Welsh, and Yorkshire coasts; also
in many parts of Scotland; Dublin Bay, Portmarnock, Bray,
and the Downshire coast, Ireland.
6. NucuLa ARGENTEA, pl. XXXIII, f. 14, 15.
Nucula argentea, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 14, 15.
Shell obliquely ovate, very glossy, and smooth; colour oliva-
ceous; umbones placed much to the posterior side, with a
cordiform depression beneath; inside glossy, silvery white ;
hinge with twelve rather strong, regular, upright teeth; margins
with very fine crenulations. Length and breadth not quite a
tenth of an inch.
One valve only of this shell was discovered at Dunbar, by
General Bingham, and is in his cabinet. It has all the appear-
ance of the fry of NV. margaritacea, but differs from it in the
following particulars, viz.: in its subovate form; having no lon-
gitudinal striz; hinge line gradually curved, and not triangular,
as is NV. margaritacea ; ligament pit in a line with the teeth,
and does not project beyond them; and the teeth are less
numerous.
7. Nucuua TENUuIs, pl. XXXIII, f. 13.
Nucula tenuis, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 13; Turton, Biv., p. 1773
Arca tenuis, Montagu, Sup., p. 56, pl. 29, f. 1.
Shell somewhat ovate, and conyex, smooth, and very glossy ;
of a pale olivaceous colour, with a few concentric, nearly obso-
lete wrinkles; umbones rather small, prominent, reflected, and
placed nearest the posterior side, with a slight cordiform depres-
sion under them; inside smooth, white, and somewhat nacred ;
margin thin, entire, and divested of crenulations; hinge with
about sixteen elevated, imbricated teeth, ten on the one side
of the cartilage pit, and six on the other ; cartilage socket pro-
jecting inwards. Length not a quarter of an inch; breadth a
quarter.
Found in the Frith of Forth; the estuary of the Clyde; and
the coast of Downshire, Ireland.
GeENus 5.—PeEctTuncuLus.—Lamarck.
Shell orbicular, subequilateral, with the valves close; umbones
near to each other, and separated by a narrow facet, or area;
hinge semicircular; teeth numerous, arcuated, oblique, serrated,
placed in two rows, one on each side of the umbones, and sepa-
rated by a small triangular disk in each valve, which contains
the ligament, those of the opposite valves alternately lock
between each other, and becoming nearly obsolete towards the
Y
MOLLUSCA. 85
umbones; two lateral, strongly marked, distant, muscular im-
pressions, which are united by an interrupted pallial impression ;
ligament external.
1. PrEctTuNcuLus PiLosus, pl. XXXIII, f. 10, 11.
Pectunculus pilosus, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 10, 11; Lamarck,
VI, pt. Ist, p. 49; Turton, Biv., p. 172, pl. 12, f. 2; Fleming,
p- 400; Forbes, p. 42; Pectunculus undatus, Turton, Biv., p-
173, pl. 12, f. 3,43 Arca pilosa, Montagu, p. 136; Ib., Sup.,
p- 53; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 94, pl. 3, f. 4.
Shell orbicular, strong; surface pale reddish-brown, or white;
with zigzag, angular, stripes of dark chestnut, or reddish-brown,
frequently of a flesh-colour in young shells, with fine, longitu-
dinal striw, and transverse, irregular wrinkles; above which the
surface is covered with a dark brown, pilous epidermis, which
is generally extremely thin, or none, near the umbones, and
thicker and longer towards the margins and base of the valves ;
umbones large, central, and rounded, inclining slightly towards
each other, and separated by a polygonal, dark blackish-brown
area; inside white, or slightly tinged with purple near one side;
margin strongly crenated. Diameter two inches and a half,
sometimes more.
In the young condition the surface is distinctly decussated,
but the transverse stria become obsolete as they advance in
growth. The P. decussatus of Turton is merely the young of
this species.
Found on the south coast of Devonshire, Weymouth, and
the Kentish coast. Professor Forbes dredged it of a large size
in the Irish Channel, off the Manx coast, where it is plentiful,
He particularises the coast off Douglas Head, as being a locality
where it is abundant.
2. PrEctuncoLus Grycimeris, pl. XXXIII, f. 8, 9.
Pectunculus Glycimeris, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 8, 9; Turton,
Biy., p. 171, pl. 12, f. 1; Arca Glycimeris, Maton and Rackett,
Linn. Tr. VIII, p. 93, pl. 3, f. 3.
Shell orbicular, convex, thick, strong; umbones distant,
round, and pointing towards each other; hinge line with a poly-
gonal area of a deep brown colour, but not striate; whole sur-
face of a pale yellowish-white, with nearly obsolete, wide-set,
longitudinal, and transverse strie, irregularly and remotely
spotted with yellowish-brown; covered with a dark, subpilous
epidermis; margin strongly crenated, and acute at the edge;
cardinal teeth transverse, about ten in number. Diameter two
inches and one-eighth, and upwards.
Distinguished from the P. pilosus by being much more ven-
tricose, in the teeth being fewer in number, and with the epi-
dermis less pilous than in that shell.
Found on the Western coasts, Cornwall, and British Chan-
nel, but is very rare.
Genus 6.—Arca.—Linneus.
Shell transverse, or subequivalve, inequilateral, trapeziform,
or subquadrate ; slightly ventricose ; some species greatly yen-
tricose ; generally angular at both ends of the hinge line, much
rounded in some species; umbones small, remote, separated by
the area, to which the external ligament is affixed; hinge line
rectilinear; teeth numerous, small, serrated, close-set, alter-
nately inserted in the opposite valves; two lateral and distant
muscular impressions ; ligament external.
86 MOLLUSCA.
1. Arca Noa, pl. XXXIII, f. 1, 2, 3.
Arca Noe, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 1, 2, 3; Linné, Syst. Nat.,
p- 1140, No. 169; Lamarck, VI, pt. Ist, p. 373 Montagu, p.
139, pl. 4, f. 3, 3; Donovan, V, pl. 158, f. 1, 2; Turton, Biy.,
p- 166; Fleming, p. 397.
Shell rhomboidal, cymbiform ; the smaller end of each valve
turning inwards to meet each other; umbones situate nearest
to one side, separated by a pretty wide cardinal area, which is
smooth and glossy; apex prominent, slightly inflected; hinge
parallel, with numerous teeth, those in the centre perpendicular,
and oblique towards the sides; external surface with numerous,
longitudinal, divergent strie, which emanate at the apex, and
terminate on the margins, those on the narrower side wider
and stronger, assuming nearly the aspect of ribs, the whole
crossed by fine, transverse strie, producing an elegant reti-
culated appearance ; colour rufous-brown; inside white, or
slightly tinged with purplish-brown, with the margins slightly
crenated.
Found on Milton Sands, south coast of Devon; at Land’s
End, Cornwall; and also at Guernsey.
2. Arca Fusca, pl. XXXIII, f. 4, 5.
Arca fusca, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 4, 5; Lamarck, VI, pt. Ist,
p- 39; Donovan, V, pl. 158, f. 3, 4; Montagu, Sup., p. 515
Turton, Biv., p. 167; Fleming, p. 397.
Shell cymbiform, transversely elongated; umbones prominent,
rounded, obtuse, and somewhat remote, being separated by a
pretty broad, flat, cardinal area, and situated nearer one end;
whole outer surface fuscous-brown, covered with fine, divergent,
longitudinal stria, which are decussated by transverse, sharp
strie ; posterior side somewhat truncated; inside glossy, and
white; margin with very fine crenulations.
Found at Cornwall and south coast of Devon. Lady Jardine
possesses a specimen which was found near Weymouth.
This shell differs from A. Noe in being longer in proportion
to its breadth, in the strie being finer, and the colour more of
a yellowish-brown.
3. Arca vacTEA, pl. XXXIII, f. 6.
Arca lactea, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 6; Lamarck, VI, pt. Ist, p.
40; Montagu, p. 138; Donovan, IV, pl. 135; Fleming, p. 398;
Arca perforans, Turton, Biv., p. 169, pl. 13, f. 23.
Shell subrhomboidal, rounded at both extremities; umbones
not quite central, blunt, and placed somewhat remote ; cardinal
area smooth; hinge parallel, with numerous teeth; outer surface
covered with a pilous, pale yellowish-brown epidermis, beneath
which the shell is milk-white, with numerous, close-set, regular,
longitudinal striz, the interstices between the strie finely punc-
tured, producing the appearance of being reticulated, when
viewed through a lens, crossed by a few concentric wrinkles, or
lines of growth; inside white, with a plain margin. Length half
an inch; breadth three-quarters.
The sides in the young shells are for the most part oblique,
and subtruncated, and assume a more rounded form as the shell
advances in growth; some specimens have also transverse strie,
which, however, is but of rare occurrence.
Found plentifully on the Devonshire and Cornwall coasts.
4. Arca BARBATA, pl. XXXIII, f. 7.
Arca barbata, First Ed., pl. 25, f. 7; Brown, Wernerian
Mem., II, p. 512, pl. 24, f. 3; Lamarck, VI, pt. Ist, p. 59;
Fleming, p. 398; Arca reticulata, Turton, Biy., p. 168.
[Carp1acga.
Shell transversely elongated, strong, white, very finely reti-
culated; covered with a reddish-brown epidermis; from the
umbones to the margin diverge a number of nearly equidistant,
flat ridges, covered with very fine, short, and thick-set brown
hairs; all round the margin it is beset with a byssus of rather
long, stiff bristle-like hairs; in the hollows at the anterior and
posterior sides, it is thickly covered with bristles of a very dark
umber-brown, rather small at the umbo, and increase in size as
they diverge from it on both sides, and oblique in opposite
directions; inside moderately glossy, growing dimmer as it
approaches the umbones of the shell, white, with pale glossy
rays, and clouded with pale chestnut; margin finely crenulated.
Breadth nearly double its length.
Discovered in Lough Strangford, County of Down, Ireland,
by Dr. Macgee, of Belfast.
5. Arca TETRAGONA, pl. XXXIII, f. 20, 21.
Arca tetragona, Forbes, Mal. Mon., p. 41; Poli, p. xX V,
pl. 25, f. 13?
Shell transversely oblong, obliquely quadrangular, very tu-
mid; an oblique rib takes it rise at the umbo, and terminates
on the anterior side; umbones but slightly produced, and very
remote, separated by a very large, flat, nearly lozenge, cardinal
area, from the sinistral side of which it suddenly sinks, forming
an acute angle, by the meeting of the arcuated basal line; car-
dinal area with a large lozenge impression, subquadrangularly
striate, the lines of the one valve meeting those of the other ;
whole surface with longitudinal and transverse strie; colour
brownish-white; covered with a thin, pilous epidermis, and
fringed round the margins of the valves, which are longer at
the beak; basal margin provided with a large, central, oblong,
lozenge hiatus, for the passage of the byssus; inside white,
tinged with purple at one side; hinge line straight, with many
teeth, which are numerous posteally and few anteally, the mar-
gin with fine crenulations.
Found in the Calves on the West coast of Ireland, where it
burrows in hard clay and limestone rocks; and dredged by
Professor Forbes off the coast of Ballaugh, Isle of Man. I
obtained it from Mr. Richardson, with one of the specimens,
embedded in limestone.
Famity III].—CarpiAcka.
Primary teeth irregular both in form and situation, and in
general accompanied by one or two lateral teeth.
Genus 7.—Isocarp1a.—Lamarck.
Shell equivalve, heart-shaped, ventricose; beaks very distant,
divergent, and involute; hinge with two primary compressed
teeth in each valve, the one next the apex inflected under the
umbo, and with one elongated, lateral tooth, situate imme-
diately before the ligament, which is external, and divided into
two ligaments at its posterior extremity, both of which are
divergent to the point of the beak in each valve; both valves
provided with two lateral, ramote, muscular impressions, the
linear impression of the mantle is entire, and extending from
one muscular impression to the other.
1. Isocarp1a Cor, pl. XXX, f. 9, and pl. XXX,* f. 5.
Isocardia Cor, First Ed., pl. 23, 24; Lamarck, VI, pt. Ist,
p: 31; Turton, Biy., p- 193, pl. 14; Fleming, p. 419; Chama
aan
Carpiacka. |
Cor, Montagu, p. 134 and 578; Ib., Sup., p. 50; Donovan, IV,
pl. 134; Laskey, Wernerian Mem., I, p. 385, pl. 8, f.7; Brown,
Wernerian Mem., II, p. 511 and 535.
Shell subglobose, much inflated, heart-shaped, strong; with
strong, irregular, transverse wrinkles, increasing in coarseness
and elevation as they approach the base of the valves; covered
with a dark brown, or reddish-brown epidermis; umbones large,
greatly contorted, the beaks pointed upwards, much turned to
one side, considerably apart from each other, and a somewhat
hollowed space below them, on each side of the junction of the
valves; inside dull yellowish-white, frequently tinged with pale
flesh-colour, and pale buff; surface of large specimens rather
uneven; margins smooth, and sharp on the edge; muscular
impressions strongly marked, that on the left side deep ; hinge
with very prominent teeth, standing above the level of the
valve; in the right valve an erect cardinal and a longitudinal
tooth, fitting into deep sockets in the opposite valve, which is
provided with a double erect cardinal tooth.
Found in Bantry Bay, Dublin Bay, and Cove of Cork, Ire-
land; off St. Abb’s Head, Scotland; and is said to inhabit the
Hebrides.
Genus 8.—Carp1uM.—Linneus.
Shell equivalve, nearly equilateral, and more or less gaping
posteriorly ; generally with strong ribs, radiating from the um-
bones to the margins; inside of the lips crenulated, or dentated,
corresponding in size to the ribs; two approximate, oblique,
cardinal teeth in both valves, locking into each other crossways,
and with two remote, lateral teeth in both valves; two lateral,
distinct, muscular impressions in each valve; mantle impressions
entire; liagament external.
1. CarpiuM AcuLEATUM, pl. XXXIV, f. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
and 7.
Cardium aculeatum, First Ed., pl. 21, f. 1, 2; Montagu, p.
77; Cardium ciliare, the young shell, Montagu, p. 79; Dono-
yan, I, pl. 6; Fleming, p. 420; Turton, Biv., p. 180, pl. 13, f.
6, 7; Forbes, p. 45; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 508.
Shell suborbicular, very convex; anterior side rounded; pos-
terior side subtruncated, produced at its lower marginal angle;
with about twenty-one strong, longitudinal, square-sided ribs,
emanating at the umbones and terminating on the margins,
which are strongly scalloped, the termination of the ribs of one
valve locking into the base of the furrows in the opposite one ;
each rib with a central, longitudinal sulcus, in which are planted
numerous, short, compressed, arcuated spines, these are longer
and more acute on the sides of the valves; outside of a yel-
lowish-brown colour, with transverse, distant, broad bands of
brown, and generally darker in the sulci, which are deep and
transversely striated; inside glossy, yellowish, flesh-coloured, or
purple, with flattened ribs, caused by the external furrows being
raised internally, the interstices between the ribs white, are of
a paler hue than the rest of the interior. Diameter nearly four
inches.
Inhabits the South Devonshire coast; Dowlish, Warren,
Torcross, the Hebrides, and Orkney Islands; Dublin Bay and
Portmarnock, Ireland.
Figs. 3, 4, 5, and 7, the young shell; the latter is Cardium
ciliare of Donovan and Montagu.
MOLLUSCA. 87
2. CARDIUM ECHINATUM, pl. XXXIV, f. 6 and 8.
Cardium echinatum, First Ed., pl. 21, f. 6 and 8; Montagu,
p- 78; Turton, Biv., p. 183; Fleming, p. 421; Brown, Wer-
nerian Mem., II, p. 509.
Shell suborbicular, very convex; umbones nearly central ;
with about eighteen longitudinal, somewhat wrinkled ribs, pro-
vided with a central series of numerous, close-set, convex
spines, the intervening furrows deep, and transversely striated ;
the base of the ribs of one valve locking into the intervening
furrows of the opposite valve; colour rusty orange-yellow ;
inside white, glossy, sometimes slightly tinged with yellow.
Diameter two and a half inches.
This shell differs from C. echinatum, in being more orbicular,
considerably less, the ribs rounder, the furrows more wrinkled,
the spines not so long, and blunt at the points. It is common
on all the coasts of Great Britain and Ireland.
Fig. 8, the young shell.
3 CaRDIUM TUBERCULATUM, pl. XXXIV, f. 9.
Cardium tuberculatum, First Ed., pl. 21, f. 9; Lamarck, VI,
pt. Ist, f. 8; Montagu, p. 79 and 568; Donovan, III, pl. 107,
f. 2; Turton, Biy., p. 181; Fleming, p. 421.
Shell strong, ponderous, nearly globular; umbones large,
much inflected; anterior side slightly flattened ; posterior side
well rounded ; surface covered with about twenty-one rounded
ribs, the anterior ones beset with short, rounded, blunt tuber-
cles, and the posterior ones a little scaly ; the intervening fur-
rows roughly and irregularly striate transversely; colour of a
pale rusty-brown; inside cream-white, with the ribs extending
only half way up from the base of the valves. Diameter nearly
four inches.
Inhabits the Sands at Falmouth, Cornwall, Paignton Sands,
Torbay. It is, however, a rare British species.
4. CaRpDIUM EDULE, pl. XXXV, f. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
Cardium edule, First Ed., pl. 22, f. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7; Mon-
tagu, p. 76; Turton, Biv., p. 188; Fleming, p. 422; Forbes,
p- 46; Cardium rusticum, Donovan, IV, pl. 124, f. 1, 2.
Shell yellowish-white, subglobose, oblique; with about twenty-
six antiquated, longitudinal ribs, provided with numerous, trans-
verse, scaly processes, and wide-set lines of growth; posterior
end a little elongated; inside white; the muscular impressions,
and produced side, frequently of a rusty-brown; the internal
ribs reaching only about a fourth of the length of the shell from
the margins, which are deeply scalloped.
This shell is common on almost all sandy shores in Great
Britain and Ireland. It frequently grows to a large size, par-
ticularly in Orkney, where it often attains nearly two inches
and a quarter in length.
in its contour.
Figs. 5 and 6, the young shell. At the first stage it is nearly
orbicular, which will at once distinguish it from the C. fasciatum
and C. exiguum.
Fig. 2, the ordinary size of the shell.
Fig. 1, drawn from a specimen found at Waterford, Ireland.
Fig. 3, taken from a specimen obtained at the basin of Mon-
trose, where it is the ordinary form; the transverse scales of the
ribs of a reddish-brown.
Fig. 4, a very beautiful, thin variety, found in Lough Strang-
It is subject to considerable variety
ford, Ireland, generally of a rusty-brown colour.
Fig. 7, Cardium rusticum of Donovan.
88 MOLLUSCA.
5. CARDIUM ZONATUM, pl. XXXV, f. 8.
Jardium zonatum, First Ed., pl. 22, f. 8.
Shell nearly globular, thin; with numerous, longitudinal
ribs, crossed by close-set, scale-like processes; the umbones
nearly central, and obtuse; external surface pale gamboge-
yellow, or sulphur-colour, with pretty broad, transverse bands
of dull green, sometimes with purple bands; inside white,
tinged with purple; cardinal teeth large, and acute. Diameter
not an inch.
This species was first detected by my late friend Mr. Han-
cock, of Newcastle, at Seaton, in Yorkshire, and afterwards by
my late friend Dr. Goodall, Provost of Eton College, on the
Devonshire coast; and I was lately furnished with specimens by
Robert Ball, Esq., of Dublin Castle, who obtained them at
Youghal, Ireland.
This may be distinguished from the young of C. edule, by
being invariably much thinner, and more inflated; smoother,
and its colour of a gamboge-yellow, and zoned. Its habitat is
at the mouths of rivers, where the water is brackish; and it
never reaches an inch in diameter.
6. Carpium Fascratum, pl. XXXV, f. 9 and 11.
Cardium fasciatum, First Ed., pl. 22, f. 9 and 11; Mon-
tagu, Sup., p. 30, pl. 27, f.6; Turton, Biv. p. 189; Fleming,
p. 422.
Shell suborbicular, subtruncated on the posterior side, thin,
and subpellucid; with about twenty-seven flat, smooth ribs,
which are slightly tuberculated at the rounded side; colour
reddish-white, with three or four bands of reddish chestnut-
brown, penetrating to the inside cf the shell, which is of a fine
bluish-white; the ribs are also visible. Diameter seldom ex-
ceeding three-eighths of an inch; breadth somewhat more.
This shell will readily be distinguished from the young of C.
edule, by its lateral subtruncation 5 the young edule being inva-
riably circular in this condition.
Found on the coasts of Cornwall, Devonshire, and Forfar-
shire.
7. Carpium Exicuum, pl. XXXV, f. 10.
Cardium exiguum, First Ed., pl. 22, f. 10; Montagu, p. 82;
Turton, Biv., p. 186; Fleming, p. 422; Cardium pygmeum,
Donovan, I, pl. 32, f. 3.
Shell very convex, subttiangular, and slightly cordiform ;
colour cream-white, or rosy; with from twenty to twenty-two
strongly tuberculated ribs; the intervening furrows deep and
transversely striated ; anterior side considerably sloped, and
nearly parallel with the umbones; inside smooth, white, and
sometimes reddish at the flattened side; margin deeply denti-
culated. Diameter about half an inch.
The subtriangular form of this shell is one of its most striking
characteristics.
Inhabits the coasts of Falmouth, Salecomb, and Torbay, where
Dr. Turton says he has found them burrowing in the hardest
stone; also in the Frith of Forth; Portmarnock, and the
Western coasts of Ireland.
8. CaRDIUM La&vicaTuM, pl. XXXV, f. 12, 13, 14, 15.
Cardium levigatum, First Ed., pl. 22, f. 12, 13, 14, 15;
Montagu, p. 80; Donovan, II, pl. 54; Turton, Biv., p. 190;
Fleming, p. 422; Forbes, p. 46.
Shell elongated, subcompressed, suboval; with numerous,
smooth, flat, narrow ribs, which become obsolete on both sides
[Concuacxa.
of the shell, divided by very narrow, shallow furrows, and cros-
sed by shallow, irregular, indistinct, concentric wrinkles; surface
of a pale yellowish flesh-colour, frequently mottled with chest-
nut, covered by a yellowish-brown, or fawn-coloured epidermis,
frequently decorticated towards the umbones; inside smooth,
glossy, white, with the margin pretty deeply denticulated, with
indications of the ribs towards the base of the valves. Ordinary
length from two to two and a half inches; breadth about from
one and three-quarters to two inches.
In Orkney it attains the length of three inches. The speci-
men from which f. 12 was drawn is from that locality, and is in
the cabinet of William Nicol, Esq., of Edinburgh.
In the earlier stages, this shell is of a rich chestnut, very
glossy, and with beautiful clouds and spots of rose-colour, and
the inside of a rosy hue, as in f. 15.
9. Carpium osLoncum, pl. XXXV, f. 16, 17.
Cardium oblongum, First Ed., pl. 22, f. 16, 17; Brown,
Ency. Brit., 6th Ed., VI, p. 409, pl. 152, f.9; Cardium sulca-
tum, Lamarck, VI, pt. Ist, p. 10; Ency. Meth., pl. 298, f. 5;
Wood, pl. 54, f. 3.
Shell elongated, oval, oblique, considerably inflated; beaks
small; with numerous, flat, narrow ribs, crossed by indistinct
lines of growth; colour pale flesh, or reddish-buff, covered by
an olive or yellowish-brown epidermis; inside glossy, white,
flesh-coloured, or pale lilac, crenulated at the margins, with the
ribs extending nearly half way from the base. Usual length
about an inch and a half; breadth nearly two inches.
This shell will be easily distinguished from the C. levigatum,
by its more lengthened form; being more oblique, considerably
more inflated, and in the ribs more numerous.
Inhabits the coast of Bray, Ireland; and at St. Andrew’s, in
Scotland, where it was obtained by Dr. Coldstream, of Leith.
Famity IV.—ConcHACEA.
With at least three primary teeth in one valve, and the same
number for the most part in the other; in a few instances less.
GENus 9.—PuLLAsTRA.—Sowerby.
Shell equivalve, transverse, inequilateral, the anterior side
being the shorter; three diverging cardinal teeth in both valves,
situate near to each other, and generally with a notched or cleft
termination; and in a few species the central tooth is deeply so;
two lateral, somewhat rounded, muscular impressions in each
valve; pallial impression with a large sinus; ligament external,
and partly concealed by the dorsal margins of the valves.
1. PuLiastRa DEcussATA, pl. XXXVII, f. 5, 6.
Venus decussata, First Ed., pl. 19, f. 6, 7; Montagu, p. 124;
Donovan, II, pl. 67; Turton, Biv., p. 158; Maton and Rackett,
Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 88, pl. 2, f.6; Venerupis decussata, Fle-
ming, p. 451.
Shell suboval, transversely elongated, subrhomboidal; ante-
rior side slightly truncated ; whole surface with strong, longitu-
dinal, and transverse strie, producing a beautifully decussated
appearance, which is stronger at the anterior side; umbones
blunt, with a lancealate, cordiform lunucle under them; colour
of a pale or dark buff, with beautiful, irregular markings of deep
Concuacka. |
purple or reddish-brown, haying the appearance of Chinese cha-
racters; inside smooth, glossy, white, frequently tinged with
saffron-colour or purple; margins smooth; two of the cardinal
teeth cleft; sometimes the colour is of a uniform golden-yellow.
Length varying from an inch and a half to two inches; breadth
from two inches and a quarter to two inches and five-eighths ;
and when it attains the latter size, the margins of the valves are
much thickened.
Found on many of the British and Irish coasts; but more
local than the following.
2. Puttasrra voiearis, pl. XXXVII, f. 7.
Venus pullastra, First Ed., pl. 19, f. 7; Montagu, p. 125 ;
Turton, Biy., p. 159; Fleming, p. 451; Forbes, p.53; Lamarck,
V, p- 598; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 88, pl. 2,
me Te
Shell transversely subovate; anterior side subtruncated; with
fine, longitudinal, and transverse stria, giving a fine reticulated
appearance to the surface, which is of a pale yellow, buff, or
white, with numerous, brown, zigzag, irregular markings; inside
smooth, white, or tinged with pale flesh-colour or purple, par-
ticularly towards the subtruncated side; margins smooth.
This shell bears a strong resemblance to P. decussata, from
which, however, it is distinguished by being smoother, the decus-
sated striz finer, and in the general form being less square.
Both the longitudinal and transverse strie are much coarser in
P. decussata on the posterior side, producing a granulated
appearance.
Common on most of the British and Trish coasts.
3. PuLtastRa PERFORANS, pl. XXXVII, f. 10.
Venus perforans, First Ed., pl. 19, f. 10; Montagu, p. 127,
pl. 3, f. 6; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p: 89; Brown,
Wernerian Mem., II, p. 511; Venerupus perforans, Lamarck,
V, p- 506; Turton, Biv., p. 29, pl. 2, f. 15; 16, 17, 18; Venus
pullastra, young, Forbes, p. 53.
Shell subrhomboidal; with very fine, longitudinal, and strong
transverse striz, which have much the aspect of wrinkles; um-
bones placed near one end, and turned a little obliquely; strie
of anterior side rough; colour of a dull, dirty yellowish-brown ;
inside smooth, white.
This species will easily be distinguished from the young of
P. decussata, by its more slender and recurved teeth. It is
subject to much variation in form.
Found burrowing in rocks at Teignmouth, Torbay, and off
Plymouth; and in stones at Howth and Portmarnock, Ireland.
4. Puxtastra IRus, pl. XXXVI, f. 9.
Venus Irus, Virst Ed., pl. 20, £.9; Capsa Irvus, Leach, MSS.,
p- 8; Donaz Ivus, Montagu, p. 108 and 573; Donovan, I, pl.
29, f. 2; Maton and Rackett, p. 77; Venerupis Irus, Lamarck,
V, p-507; Fleming, p. 451; Petricola Irus, Turton, Biy., p.
26, pl. 2, f. 14.
Shell transversely suboval, opaque, dull white, or pale drab,
and sometimes dull purple; provided with concentric, membra-
naceous, elevated, undulated ridges, reflected upwards, fre-
quently interrupted, with their interstices finely striated longi-
tudinally ; umbo small, placed near to one side, the beak much
turned inwards; inside white, or pale flesh-colour, generally
with a dark purple or lilac spot near the hinge, and placed
towards the longer side of the valves; teeth small, cleft, one
excepted.
MOLLUSCA. 89
This species is extremely liable to vary in its external con-
tour.
Found burrowing in hard Limestone rocks on the Devon-
shire coast, and is pretty plentiful in the rocks at Torbay ; and
found at Youghal, Ireland, by Robt. Ball, Esq., Dublin Castle.
5. PULLASTRA VIRGINEA, pl. XXXVI, f.6, and pl. XXX VII,
f. 8, 9.
Venus virginea, First Ed., pl. 19, f. 8,9, and pl. 20, f. 6;
Montagu, p. 128; Maton and Rackett, Linn. Tr., VIII, p. 89,
pl. 2, f.8; Turton, Biv., p. 156, pl. 8, f. 8; Forbes, p. 53.
Shell transversely suboval, strong, smooth, shining; with
wide-set, transverse strie, here and there interrupted by a
larger and deeper one; colour various, of a pale chestnut, flesh-
colour, or reddish-brown, ornamented with rays, clouds, and
spots of various forms and hues, of umber-brown, purple, or
rust-colour; a lanceolate, cordiform lunule under the umbones;
inside white, frequently tinged with rose-colour, blue, or pur-
ple; margins quite smooth.
Both sides of this shell are more acuminated than either the
P. vulgaris or decussata.
This beautiful shell inhabits most of the coasts around Great
Britain and Ireland, and is liable to some variety in shape.
6. PuLtasTra auREA, pl. XXXVI, f. 5, 7, 8.
Venus aurea, First Ed., pl. 20, f. 5, 7, 8; Lamarck, V, p.
600; Montagu, p. 129; Turton, Biv., p. 154; Maton and
Rackett, p. 90, pl. 2, f.9; Brown, Wernerian Mem.., II, p. 511;
Fleming, p. 449.
Shell transversely subovate, subcordiform, rather inflated,
moderately strong, rounded; with fine, transverse strie, and
nearly obsolete, longitudinal striz, which are not visible without
the aid of a lens; umbones nearly central, small, and inflated,
beneath which is a short, lanceolate, cordiform lunule; colour
various, sometimes cream-white, pale or golden-yellow, or
brownish-yellow, marked with purple, bluish-black, or reddish-
brown zigzag lines; inside white, rich golden-yellow, or purple:
hinge with three cardinal teeth in each valve, the middle one
cleft. Length generally an inch; breadth an inch and three-
eighths: but sometimes exceeds this size.
This species is liable to some variety in form, as will be
noticed from the figures in the plate.
Found plentifully on the Devonshire, Cornwall, and Dorset-
shire coasts; Dublin Bay, Portmarnock, and Carrickfergus,
Treland.
Genus 10.—Venus.—Linneus.
Shell smooth, equivalve, inequilateral, transverse, subglobose,
or suboval; external surface sometimes rugose ; margins close ;
three divergent, cardinal teeth in each valve, all approximate ;
umbones prominent for the most part, with a cordiform depres-
sion immediately under them; two lateral, remote, somewhat
orbicular muscular impressions, united by a pallial impression,
which is generally provided with a short, triangular sinus be-
hind; ligament external, although sometimes almost hidden by
the extension of the outer edge of the shell.
1. Venus Gattina, pl. XXXVI, f. 11.
Venus Gallina, First Ed., pl. 20, f. 11; Fleming, p. 448;
Turton, Biv., p. 149, pl. 9, f. 2; Forbes, p. 52; Venus striatula,
Montagu, p. 113; Ortygia Gallina, Leach, MSS., p. 8.
90 MOLLUSCA.
Shell strong, subtriangular, subcordiform, and moderately
convex; umbones much turned to the posterior side, acute, and
approximate, beneath them a large, oblong, deeply impressed,
longitudinally striated lunule; whole surface covered with
numerous, prominent, rounded, transverse, narrow ribs, which
are reflected at their superior edges, with several inequidistant,
remote lines of growth, almost all of which are provided with
very fine, intermediate, concentric stria, which can only be dis-
tinctly seen by the aid of a lens; cartilage or posterior side with
a long, wide, hollow space, which is beset with numerous, fine,
sharp, obliquely longitudinal strie; external surface cream-
white, frequently with several longitudinal rays of chestnut-
colour, differing in degree of intensity in various individuals ;
most commonly, the central one very broad, and often mottled
or streaked with zigzag markings; in some specimens, however,
it is devoid of markings of any kind; inside white; margin
finely crenulated. Size varying from three-quarters of an inch
to an inch and a quarter.
This species is met with on almost all the coasts of Britain
and Jreland.
2. VENUS RUGOSA, pl. XXXVI, f. 14.
Venus rugosa, First Ed., pl. 20, f. 14; Pennant, IV, p. 95,
pl. 56, f.50; Ortygia rugosa, Leach, MSS., p. 8; Venus Gal-
lina, var., Montagu, Syn., p. 113; Donovan, II, pl. 68, left
hand figure ; Venus pallida, Turton, pl. 10, f. 5.
Shell strong, subtriangular, and subcordiform; umbones
rather prominent, with an elongated lunule under them, and a
hollow elongated space on the cartilage hinge-line, with fine,
obliquely longitudinal striz ; whole surface of a uniform red-
dish-brown, rarely cream-white, covered by sharp, elevated, in-
terrupted, lamelliform ribs, which make the shell feel rough to
the touch; the intervening spaces covered with nearly obsolete,
longitudinal striz; inside white; margin rathar blunt, and finely
crenulated interiorly. Seldom exceeding an inch in length.
This shell bears a strong affinity to V. Gallina, but differs in
the form of the ribs, in being provided with longitudinal striae,
and in the valves being considerably more inflated, in propor-
tion to their size.
Found in the Friths of Forth and Clyde, and Dawlish.
3. VENUus suLcaTa, pl. XXXVI, f. 12.
Ortygia sulcata, First Ed., pl. 20, f. 12; Ortygia Pri-
deauxiana, Leach, MSS., p. 8; Venus Gallina, Turton, Biv.,
pl. 9, f. 2.
Shell subtriangular, subcompressed, the dorsal side rather
pointed, moderately strong; umbones produced, much turned
to one side, with an oblong, cordiform depression under them ;
of a pale cream-white, with frequently from two to four rays
of a deep chestnut-brown, interrupted by the ribs, and the
intervening spaces often mottled all over with the same colour ;
frequently destitute of radiations or markings; whole surface
covered with many transverse, nearly equidistant, somewhat
remote, elivated ribs, and the intervening spaces smooth ;
inside white; margin blunt, and finely crenulated. Length
seldom more than three-quarters of an inch.
Found on the Devonshire coast; and also in Lough Strang-
ford, Ireland.
Distinguished from the two former species, by its remote ribs
and more triangular form, which it assumes in its earliest stages
of growth; and it is much less yentricose than either.
[ConcHacka.
4. Venus costatTa, pl. XXXVI, f. 13.
Ortygia costata, First Ed., pl. 20, f. 13.
Shell suborbicular, subcompressed; umbones somewhat ob-
tuse, and subcentral; whole surface of a pale reddish-brown,
and covered by remote, rather elevated, transverse, white ribs;
inside white ; margin crenulated.
Differs from any of the preceding species, in its more orbicu-
lar form, and in the character of the ribs.
Found by me at Seaton, Northumberland.
5. VENUS LAMINOSA, pl. XXXVII, f. 14, 15.
Ortygia subcordata, First Ed., pl. 19, f. 14, 15; Montagu,
Sup., p- 38; Venus laminosa, Laskey, Wernerian Mem., I, p.
384, pl. 8, f. 16, 16.
“Shell ovate, with numerous concentric laminal ridges, very
little reflected, and not quite regular nor equidistant, but so
thin as to be almost membranaceous; between the ridges,
about the umbonal region, where a natural decortication has
taken place, it is finely striated in the longitudinal direction,
which shews that younger specimens are more generally fur-
nished with such striae, but in the only large specimen we have
had an opportunity of examining, scarcely any such markings
were observed but where the old shell had been superficially
separated; umbo pointed, much reclined to one side, beneath
which is a broad cordiform depression; but neither this, nor
the cartilage slope differs in colour from the rest of the shell,
which is wholly of a dirty white; inside white; hinge furnished
with four teeth in each valve, but the outer one above the
cordiform depression in one valve is obsolete, or formed only
by a cavity for the reception of the corresponding tooth in the
Length somewhat
more than an inch; breadth about an inch and a quarter.”—
Montagu.
Said to have been dredged off the Isle of May, Frith of
Forth, by Captain Laskey.
6. VxENus vERRUCOSA, pl. XXXVI, f. 16.*
Clausina verrucosa, First Ed., pl. 20, f. 16; Venus verrucosa,
Poli, I, p. XVIII, pl. 21, f. 18, 19; Donovan, ITI, pl. 46; Mon-
tagu, p. 112; Fleming, p. 446; Turton, Biv. p. 140; Venus
Erycina, Pennant, IV, p. 94, pl. 54, f. 48.
Shell suborbicular, cordiform, strong, thick, convex, subtrun-
cated at the lower angle of the dorsal side; umbones much
inflexed anteriorly, sharp-pointed, and approximate, beneath
them a large, elongated, cordiform, deeply defined lunule, finely
striated longitudinally, with the seam twisted; whole surface
covered with strong, elevated, transverse, varicose, concentri-
cally striated ribs; the warts being larger, and more elevated
on the posterior side ; all the intervening furrows with broad,
wide-set, longitudinal strie, giving the shell a very rugose
aspect; cartilage slope of the left valve inflected; a deep, elon-
gated, obliquely striated space extends from the umbones on
the cartilage slope, to the subtruncature of the valves; colour
of a dirty white, or dull rusty-brown ; inside smooth, white,
with a flat, thickened, crenated margin.
In the young condition, the ridges are more perfect than in
the adult, with the interstices finely crenulated.
Found on the coasts of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Kent, and
Northumberland; as also Dublin Bay, Portmarnock, Balbrig-
gin, and other localities, Treland.
opposite valve; margin finely crenulated.
ConcuacEa.]
7. Venus Casina, pl. XXXVI, f. 15.*
Clausina Casina, First Ed., pl. 20, f. 15;* Venus Casina,
Linné, p. 1130; Pennant, pl. 54, f. 48 a; Maton and Rackett,
p- 79, pl. 2, f. 1; Turton, Biv. p. 141, pl. 9, f. 1; Montagu,
Sup., p- 47; Fleming, p. 446; Forbes, p. 52; Venus lactea,
Donovan, pl. 149.
Shell suborbicular, very thick, heavy, and rather inflated ;
provided with numerous, transverse, much elevated, laminar,
concentric ridges, suberenulated on the posterior side; the
intervening furrows with nearly obsolete, transverse stria; um-
bones not prominent, acute, and turned to the anterior side,
beneath which is a cordiform, short, deeply defined lunule,
covered with longitudinal, fine striae; colour yellowish-white, or
pale rusty-brown ; inside dull white; margin very broad, finely
crenated, greatly thickened on the edge, and covered with a
dark blackish-brown coloured, laminated epidermis.
Found in the British Channel, off the Isle of Man; many
parts on the coasts of Ireland; and at Caithness, Scotland.
8. VENUS REFLEXA, pl. XXXVII, f. 12, 13.
Clausina reflexa, First Ed., pl. 19, f. 12, 13; Venus reflexa,
Laskey, Wernerian Mem., I, p. 384, pl. 8, f. 1; Montagu, Sup.,
p. 40 and 168; Turton, Biv., p. 142, pl. 10, f. 1, 2; Fleming,
p- 446.
Shell suborbicular, rather strong, subcompressed ; umbones
small, considerably inflected; beneath them an oblong, cordi-
form lunule, elevated in the centre, and of a reddish-brown
colour; posterior or cartilage side broad; whole surface covered
with numerous, inequidistant, transverse, thin, reflected, laminal
ridges, which are covered with extremely fine, decussated striz ;
on the anterior side they are very sharp, more elevated and
undulated, and turn in a contrary direction to other parts,
sometimes with a small intervening one, irregularly disposed ;
the furrows are beset with numerous, nearly obsolete, longitu-
dinal striae, which can only be seen by the aid of a lens; colour
pale yellowish-brown or cream-white, with two or three inter-
rupted, longitudinal, reddish-brown radii, consisting of sagittate
spots, which point towards the umbones; inside white; hinge
with three strong teeth in both valves, the middle one slightly
bifid; asmall tubercle situate on the posterior side of the teeth,
under the areola, in the right valve, with an indentation in the
opposite one for its reception; margin finely crenated.
Found in the Frith of Forth; south coast of Devon; and
Bantry Bay, Ireland.
9. Venus FascraTa, pl. XXXVI, f. 10.
Clausina fasciata, First Ed., pl. 20, £10; Venus fasciata,
Donovan, V, pl. 170; Pennant, IV, p. 203; Turton, Biy., p.
146, pl. 8, f.9; Fleming, p. 447; Forbes, p. 52; Maton and
Rackett, p. 80; Venus paphia, Montagu, p. 110.
Shell subtriangular, strong, subeompressed; umbones pro-
minent, nearly central, sharp-pointed, contiguous, and much
turned to the anterior side, with a considerably elongated, shal-
low, ovate lunule beneath them, and extremely fine, longitudi-
nally oblique strie; anterior side acutely hollowed, the length
of the lunule, at the base of which the valves are somewhat
peaked ; cartilage or posterior side nearly flat, with a lancealate
depression ; surface plain, white, yellow, or orange, but most
commonly with several radiations of reddish-brown, pale lilac,
or rusty-brown, which are sometimes interrupted, and beauti-
fully mottled in some specimens; with upwards of a dozen
MOLLUSCA. 91
broad, flat, transverse, reflected ribs, unequal both in number
and breadth, being narrowed and more acute at the posterior
side, sometimes regular, and nearly equidistant, at others,
arranged in threes, or pairs, and in some instances an inter-
yening, narrow, sharp rib between the sets; inside smooth,
glossy, white, pale flesh-colour, or lilac, sometimes with a brown
mark at one end; margins much thickened, and finely crenated.
Length a little more than seven-eighths, but more commonly
only six-eighths of an inch.
Found on almost all the British and Irish coasts, particularly
those with a gravelly or clayey bottom.
10. Venus ovata, pl. XXXVII, f. 11.
Timoclea ovata, First Ed., pl. 19, f. 11; Timoclea Pennantii,
Leach, MSS., p. 9; Venus ovata, Montagu, p- 120; Pennant,
IV, p. 97, pl. 56, f. 56; Maton and Rackett, p. 85, pl. 2, f. 45
Penus Pennantii, Vorbes, p. 52; Cytherea ovata, Fleming, p.
445.
Shell suboyate, subcompressed, oblique, nearly equilateral ;
pale brown or yellowish, frequently mottled with rusty-brown ;
with strong, longitudinal, divergent ribs, crossed by fine, trans-
verse stri, which produce tubercular elevations on the ribs,
and give a beautifully cancellated appearance to the surface ;
umbones almost central, slightly inflected, with a subcordiform
lunule under them, which is somewhat elevated in the centre ;
inside glossy, white, sometimes of a pale flesh-colour, being
frequently pale purple in the centre of the valves; margins
slightly crenated. Length varying from half an inch to three-
quarters.
Found on most of the British and Irish coasts. We met with
a variety of this species in the estuary of the Clyde, in which
the longitudinal ribs were set in pairs.
Genus 1].—CyTHEREA.—Lamarck.
Shell equivalve, generally more or less equilateral or obtusely
trigonal, and transverse or ovate; smooth, or variously striated;
with three or more short, divergent, cardinal teeth; and one
anterior, approximate, lateral tooth in both valves, situate near
the primary teeth; two remote, lateral, muscular impressions,
united by a pallial impression, which is interrupted by a broad,
transverse sinus; ligament external.
1. CyTHEreA Cuong, pl. XXXVII, f. 2.
Cytherea Chione, First Ed., pl. 19, f. 2; Lamarck, V, p. 566;
Fleming, p. 444; Turton, Biv., p. 160, pl. 8, f. 11; Venus
Chione, Montagu, p. 115; Donovan, I, pl. 17; Maton and
Rackett, p. 84; Chione coccinea, Leach, MSS., p. 8.
Shell strong, obliquely ovate, subcompressed ; covered with
a thick, extremely smooth, glossy, chestnut-coloured epidermis,
with a few concentric wrinkles; more or less radiated with
deeper coloured chestnut ; umbones obtuse, placed considerably
to one side, beneath them a strong, large, cordiform lunule ;
inside of a glossy, bluish-white ; margins thick, rounded, with a
hollow betwixt them when closed; pallial impressions with a
very broad, transverse sinus, acuminated at the point. Length
three inches; breadth three and three-quarters.
This very beautiful shell inhabits the coasts of Dorsetshire
and Cornwall. Young shells are frequently of a beautiful, deep
rosy flesh-colour.
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2. CyTHEREA MINIMA, pl. XXXVII, f. 3.
Cytherea minima, First Ed., pl. 19, f. 3; Cyprina minima,
Turton, Biyv., p. 137; Fleming, p. 444; Venus minima, Mon-
tagu, p. 121, pl. 3, f. 3; Maton and Rackett, p. 81.
Shell strong, thick, suborbicular, a little compressed; um-
bones prominent, acute at the points, and a little turned to
one side; outer surface with broad, concentric strie; of a
delicate flesh-colour, and very glossy, with two white, diver-
gent, pretty broad lines, which emanate from the umbones,
and reach half way down the disks, like the letter V; at the
extremity of each line is a red streak, diverging outwards to
the margin; in some specimens, however, this is wanting; but
all of them have spots near the margin; inside glossy, white ;
margin plain. Length a quarter of an inch; breadth some-
what more.
Tnhabits the harbour of Falmouth.
3. CyrHEerEA minuTa, pl. XXXVII, f. 4.
Cytherea minuta, First Ed., pl. 19, f. 4.
Shell nearly orbicular, thick, glossy; of a deep fawn-colour,
and wide-set, concentric strize; with two white lines, emanating
from the umbones, and diverging to the base of the valves, in
the form of the letter V; inside glossy, and of a pale pink;
margins smooth. Diameter three-eighths of an inch.
I found a single specimen of this shell on the beach near
Dunbar, with the animal in it, but in a very decayed con-
dition.
This shell differs from the preceding species, in being nearly
orbicular, and in the triangular lines reaching to the base.
Genus 12.—ArtTEmIs.—Poli.
Shell nearly orbicular and lenticular, externally and concen-
trically grooved; beaks much turned to one side, beneath them
a short, strongly marked, cordiform lunule; three cardinal teeth
in each valve, two of which are contiguous, and the other
divergent and broad in the right valve, cleft in the centre, to
receive that of the opposite valve, which is slender, with a
small, lateral, closely approximated tooth; pallial impression
with a very large, deeply defined, wedge-shaped, obliquely
ascending, nearly straight-sided sinus, reaching, in most species,
two-thirds across the valves; cartilage subexternal.
1. ARTEMIS EXOLETA, pl. XXXVI, f. 1, 3, 19, 20.
Exoleta orbicularis, First Ed., pl. 20, f. 1, 3, 19, 203 .d7te-
mis exoleta, Poli, II, p. L, pl. 21, f. 9, 10, 11; Forbes, p. 51;
Venus exoleta, Montagu, p. 116; Donovan, I, pl. 42; Maton
and Rackett, p. 87, pl. 3, f. 1; Turton, Biy., p. 162, pl. 8, f. 73
Cytherea exoleta, Lamarck, V, p. 572.
Shell orbicular, lentiform, strong, moderately convex; with
numerous, close-set, filiform, regular, concentric strie, and
many well defined, hollow lines of growth; anterior side pro-
vided with a nearly obsolete, longitudinal furrow ; striae on the
disk, and as far as the umbones, smooth and slightly depressed,
but thin, elevated, and sharp on the sides; umbones small,
approximating, slightly produced, and much turned to one side,
beneath them is situated a considerably sunk, strongly defined,
elongated, cordiform, closely and longitudinally striated lunule ;
external surface of a cream-white, yellowish-brown, or pale
fawn-colour, frequently with two or three very broad rays of
MOLLUSCA.
[ Concnacka.
rufous-brown, differing in degree of intensity in various speci-
mens, sometimes the rays consist of an interrupted series of
triangular spots, and in some instances the surface is nearly
covered by zigzag lilac markings; inside smooth, white, but not
glossy, excepting the muscular and pallial impressions; margins
plain. Ordinary diameter of the shell an inch and three-
quarters; but in the Irish Channel it is not unfrequently met
with measuring two inches and a half.
This shell is subject to some variation in depth, and when
full grown the line of junction of the valves is undulated, exhi-
biting a considerable twist in the seam.
A variety of this shell was found in the Frith of Forth, by
my friend James Gerard, Esq., of Edinburgh, with the strie
wide-set, elevated, and very sharp.
2. ARTEMIS LINCTA, pl. XXXVI, f. 2 and 4.
Exoleta lincta, First Ed., pl. 20, f. 2 and 4; Forbes, p. 51;
Venus lincta, Pulteney, Cat. Dorset, p. 34; Venus exoleta, var.,
Maton and Rackett, p. 87, pl. 3, f.2; Cytherea lincta, Lamarck,
V, p- 573; Cytherea sinuata, Turton, Biy., p. 169, but not the
figure.
Shell lentiform, nearly orbicular, slightly elongated, and mo-
derately thick; with numerous, very fine, filiform, close-set,
concentric striz, smooth, flattened, and wide on the disk, ex-
tending to the umbones in the centre of the valyes, elevated,
sharp, and sublamellar on the sides, and numerous, hollow,
distinctly defined lines of growth, with a longitudinal, slightly
hollowed furrow on the posterior sides; umbones a little pro-
duced, approximate, much turned to one side, beneath which is
a deeply defined, elongated, cordiform lunule, with exceedingly
fine, obliquely longitudinal striz; hinge line of the anterior side
with a long, flattened, lancealate depression, and very fine, lon-
gitudinally oblique striae; external surface of a uniform pale
yellowish-brown, or fawn-colour, sometimes of a livid hue;
inside white, but not smooth, except the muscular and pallial
impressions, together with the entire of the broad space be-
neath them; margins plain. Seldom exceeding an inch and a
half in length.
This shell is distinguished from the 4. ewoleta, by its more
elongated form, and more taper shape towards the umbonal
region; by the much finer striz, being nearly double in num-
ber, and its uniform colour, being always devoid of radiations
or markings of any kind, and in the hinge line over the liga-
ment being flattened; whereas the 4. ewoleta scarcely exhibits
any appearance of that character, the twist of the seam is also
Tt is liable to considerable variation in
length, and also in the depth of the valves.
It is common on most of the British and Irish coasts.
Turton has properly described the species, but most errone-
ously given a representation of its congener, 4. exoleta.
much less in degree.
Genus 13.—Cyprina.—Lamarck.
Shell ventricose, equivalve, inequilateral, obliquely heart-
shaped; umbones obliquely curved anteriorly; three cardinal
teeth in each valve, approximated at their bases, and divergent
above; with a posterior, lateral tooth, remote from the primary
teeth, elevated in the right valve, and receiving between it and
the margin, the long flat tooth of the opposite valve; external
surface covered by a thick, horny epidermis; each valve with
ConcHackEa. |
two lateral, remote, muscular impressions; pallial impression
entire; ligament external, inserted into a deep marginal, poste-
rior, dorsal sinus.
1. Cyprina vuLearis, pl. XXXVII, f.1, and pl. XX XVIII,
galls
Cyprina Islandica, First Ed., pl. 18, f. 1, and pl. 19, f. 11;
Lamarck, V, p. 557; Fleming, p. 443; Forbes, p. 47; Venus
Islandica, Donovan, III, pl. 77; Montagu, p. 114; Turton,
Biv., p. 135; Venus mercinaria, Pennant, IV, p. 94, pl. 53,
f. 47.
Shell strong, thick, convex, suborbicular; umbones large,
pointed, approximate, placed near the anterior side, and much
inflected, destitute of a lunule beneath them; outer surface
with numerous, rather close-set, concentric, somewhat irregular
strie, and covered by a strong, horny, blackish-brown, glossy
epidermis, which assumes a wrinkled, sublamellated character
towards the base of the valves; inside smooth, white, but not
glossy; pallial impression destitute of a sinus; margin plain,
and acute.
It has been found upon comparison, that this shell is not
identical with C. Islandica.
This species is not uncommon in deep water, on most of
the British and Irish coasts. The ordinary size of the shell
is that on pl. XX XVII, f. 1; and the gigantic specimen from
which I took f. 11, pl. XXX VIII, was dredged in the Irish
Channel, and is in the cabinet of William Nicol, Esq., of
Edinburgh.
In the young condition, this shell is covered with a shining,
pale yellowish chestnut-coloured epidermis.
Genus 14.—Lasma.—Leach.
Shell equivalve, inequilateral, somewhat inflated; hinge not
quite central; with approximate, small cardinal, and a remote,
lateral, conspicuous tooth in one valve, and a concave, remote,
strong, lateral tooth in the other; margin plain; ligament in-
ternal.
1. Lasz#a rusra, pl. XXXVI, f. 17, 18.
Lasea rubra, First Ed., pl. 20, f. 17, 18; Leach, MSS., p.
7; Brown, Conch. Text Book, p. 128, pl. 16, f. 16; Cardium
rubrum, Montagu, p. 83, pl. 27, f. 4; Maton and Rackett, p.
66; Kellia rubra, Turton, Biv., p. 573 Fleming, p. 430;
Forbes, p. 49.
Shell convex, inequilateral, somewhat broader than long,
smooth, glossy, pellucid, of a purple-red colour; umbones
produced, very slightly inflected; hinge with nearly obsolete,
cardinal teeth, the lateral ones distinct; inside glossy, red; mar-
gin plain. Diameter not an eighth of an inch.
Inhabits the crevices of rocks on most of the British and
Trish coasts.
Sus-Diviston.—FLUVIATILE.
Shells covered with a spurious epidermis, and the hinge pro-
vided with lateral teeth.
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Genus 15.—Cycias.—Lamarck.
Shell thin, equivalve, subequilateral, ventricose, transverse,
or semiorbicular ; closed all round; beaks mostly tumid; car-
dinal teeth very small, sometimes hardly perceptible; with one
plicated or lobed tooth in the left valve, and two divergent in
the other; lateral teeth transversely elongated, acute, com-
pressed, or lamelliform, double in the left valve; clothed with
a thin, horny epidermis; two lateral, ovate, muscular impres-
sions; pallial impression entire, destitute of a sinus; ligament
external.
1. Cyctas rivicota, pl. XXXIX, f. 16, 17, 18.
Cyclas rivicola, First Ed., pl. 17, f. 12; Lamarck, V, p. 558 ;
Cyclas cornea, Pfeiffer, Land un Was. Se., p. 121, pl. 5, f. 3,
4, 5; Turton, Brit. Biv., p. 248, pl. 11, f. 13; Ib., Man., p. 12,
f.1; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 453; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot.,
II, p. 118; Cyclas cornea, Drapernaud, Hist. des Moll., p. 128,
pl. 12, f. 1, 2, 3; Tellina cornea, Wood, pl. 46, f. 3; Cardium
corneum, Montagu, p. 86.
Shell thin, pellucid, convex, ovate; covered by a horny-
green epidermis, frequently marked with paler transverse
zones; furnished with strong, close, regular, concentric striz ;
umbones obtuse, central, and slightly turned to one side;
hinge with a very small cardinal tooth in the left valve, which
fits into the space between two small, but rather produced
teeth in the opposite valve; both valves provided with pro-
minent, lateral, laminated teeth on each side, those of the
right valve hardly rising above the margins, but in the left
valve projecting considerably beyond them; inside smooth,
bluish-white, dull in the concave disk, but glossy towards the
margin; an indistinct, pretty large, muscular impression near
the anterior margins, and a narrower, obscure one in the pos-
terior sides.
This is the largest species of the genus, sometimes mea-
suring five-eighths of an inch in length, and seven-eighths in
breadth.
Found plentifully in the Thames at Battersea, and also near
Red House, and in the neighbourhood of Oxford; of a large
size in the Trent, near Burton; and in many slow rivers in
England.
2. CycLas cornEA, pl. XX XIX, f. 19.
Cyclas cornea, First Ed., pl. 17, f. 15; Pfeiffer, p. 120, pl. 5,
f. 1, 2; Turton, Brit. Biv., p. 248, pl. 11, f. 14; Ib., Man., p.
13, f. 2; Fleming, Brit. An., p. 452; Forbes, p. 49; Thomp-
son, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 52; Alder, Mag. Zool.
and Bot. II, p. 118; Cyclas vivalis, Drapernaud, Hist. des
Moll., II, p. 202, No. 387; Tellina cornea, Gmelin’s Linné, I,
p- 1120, No. 72.
Shell subglobular, ventricose, thin, semitransparent; with
concentric, nearly obsolete strie ; umbones obtuse ; epidermis
greenish horn-colour, with darker zones, and bordered with a
broad, yellowish band ; inside dull bluish-white. Length three
and a half eighths of an inch; breadth half an inch.
A very distinct variety, considerably less than the ordinary
size, with the teeth larger in proportion, and of a lemon-yellow
colour, was found by Mr. Glover, in the Leven, not far from
Ambleside.
94 MOLLUSCA.
Found in most water streams, and in stagnant ditches and
pools, throughout Britain and Ireland; is common in Dudding-
ston Loch, near Edinburgh, of the size above described, which
is considerably more than its ordinary dimensions.
This shell is readily distinguished from the C. rivicola, by its
more ventricose shape, in being thinner, more transparent, and
seldom measuring above half the size of the former.
3. CycLas Lacustris, pl. XXXIX, f. 20.
Cyclas lacustris, First Ed., pl. 17, f. 16; Drapernaud, Hist.
des Moll., p. 130, pl. 10, f. 6, 75 Lamarck, V, p. 559, No. 3;
Turton, Man., p. 14, f. 4; Pfeiffer, p. 122, pl. 5, f. 6,7; Fle-
ming, Brit. An., p. 453.
Shell thin, rhombic-orbicular, subequilateral, somewhat com-
pressed; sides rather obtuse, rendering the general contour
more circular than others of the genus; obsoletely striate ;
beaks obtuse, of a grayish ash-colour.
Found in Ulliswater; a small pond on the grounds at Corby,
Cumberland ; and at Prestwick Car, Northumberland. It is a
rare British shell.
It is much more compressed than any of the other British
Cyclyde.
4. Cycuas caLycuLata, pl. XXXIX, f. 21.
Cyclas calyculata, First Ed., pl. 17, f. 13; Drapernaud, Hist.
des Moll., p. 130, pl. 10, f. 14, 15; Lamarck, V, p. 559, No. 55
Pfeiffer, p. 122, pl. 5, f. 17, 18; Turton, Man., p. 14, f. 35
Forbes, p. 50; Cyclas lacustris, Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., I,
p- 118.
Shell thin, rhombic-orbicular, grayish ash-coloured, com-
pressed, diaphanous, substriate, or nearly smooth; slightly
angular on one side; umbones very prominent, and acute.
About a quarter of an inch long; and its width nearly the
same.
Found in the lakes of Westmoreland, and is not uncommon
in several pits and ponds near Manchester, but is a very rare
and local species.
Genus 16.—Pisip1umM.—Pfeiffer.
Shell equivalve, transverse; sides unequal, completely closing ;
in the right valve one, and in the left valve two opposite, very
small, primary teeth; behind and before, two thin, lamellar, side
teeth; those of the latter cleft in the right valve, in order to
receive the opposite ones.
The shells of this genus are distinguished from those of
Cyclas, by being less equilateral in their form, and in the liga-
mentary side being shortest, which is the reverse in Cyclas.
1. Pistp1uM oBLiquum, pl. XXXIX, f. 22.
Pisidium obliquum, First Ed., pl. 17, f. 14; Cyclas obliqua,
Lamarck, V, p. 559, No. 4; Pisidium obliquum, Pfeiffer, p.
124, pl. 5, #19, 20; Cyclas palustris, Drapernaud, Hist. des
Moll., p. 131, pl. 10, f..17, 18; Cyclas amnica, Turton, Brit.
Biy., p- 250, pl. 11, f. 15; Ib., Man., p. 15, f. 53 Cyclas amni-
cus, Fleming, Brit. An., p. 453; Tellina amnica, Gmelin’s
Linné, I, p. 3242, No. 78; Miiller, p. 205, No. 389; Tellina
rivalis, Linn. Trans., IV, p. 187; Donovan, Brit. Sh., II, pl.
64, f.2; Cardium amnicum, Montagu, p. 86.
[Concuacka.
Shell thin, subpellucid, of a brownish or grayish horn-colour,
obliquely oval, moderately convex, and sulcated concentrically,
with the furrows finely striated; beaks tumid, a little produced,
and placed considerably towards the anterior side; left valve
provided with a double central tooth, and two lateral teeth on
each side, standing parallel one within the other, the outer of
which is very small; right valve with two cardinal, appoximating,
oblique teeth, with one lateral tooth on each side, that on the
posterior side strong, and elevated above the margin of the
shell; inside bluish-white, dim in the disk, but glossy towards
the margin; on each side are distinctly visible, large, smooth
spaces, to which the muscles adhere. Length three-eighths of
an inch; breadth half an inch: although it is but rarely met
with of this size.
Found in slow running rivers and streams, and is known to
inhabit the Avon, Wiltshire; in the water-courses in the mea-
dows near Wareham, Dorsetshire; the Liffey, Ireland, near
Sallins, Kildare, and in rivulets which run through the bog at
that place; we have also met with it in a stream, which empties
itself into the Water of Leith, a little way above Colt Bridge,
near Edinburgh; and many other localities.
2. PiIsIDIUM FONTINALE, pl. XXXIX, f. 23.
Pisidium fontinale, Pfeiffer, Land un Was. Sn., p. 126, pl.
5, f. 15, 16; Brown, Edin. Journ. Nat. and Geo. Science, I,
p- 11 and 413, pl. 1, f. 5, 6, 7; Cyclas fontinalis, Drapernaud,
Hist. des Moll., p. 130, pl. 10, f. 11, 12; Lamarck, An. San.
Vert., V, p. 559, No. 7; Cyclas pusilla, Turton, Conch. Dict.;
Ib., Brit. Biv., p. 251, pl. 11, f. 16, 17; Ib., Man., p. 16, f. 7;
Pisidium pulchellum, Jenyns, Monog., p. 18, pl. 21, f 13
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 53; Forbes,
Mal. Mon., p. 50.
Shell suboval, oblique, very convex, pellucid, and covered
with extremely fine, concentric, rather obscure striz ; umbones
obtuse, placed nearest the anterior side; hinge with one central
and two lateral teeth in the right valve, and two oblique car-
dinal and one lateral tooth in the other; colour pale ash. A
little more than an eighth of an inch in length; and somewhat
more in breadth.
First discovered in a ditch at Duddingston Loch, near Edin-
burgh, by my friend James Gerard, Esq. I have since found it
in the ditch at the north end of the Loch, and also in a ditch
at Hunter’s Bog, King’s Park.
Turton, in his Manuel, says it is found “in most streams and
brooks,” but although I have examined numerous localities in
England, Ireland, and Scotland, I have not found it so common
as he alleges.
3. Pisip1uM oBTusALE, pl. XXXIX, f. 24.
Pisidium obtusale, Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., IU, p. 118;
Pfeiffer, p. 125, pl. 5, f. 21, 22; Brown, Edin. Journ. Nat. and
Geo. Science, I, p.413; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist.,
VI, p. 533 Cyclas obtusalis, Lamarck, V, p. 559, No.6; Pera
gibba, Leach, MSS.
Shell oblique, ventricose, heart-shaped; sides somewhat une-
qual; beaks prominent, and obtusely rounded; pellucid, yel-
lowish-white, or pale horn-coloured; with extremely minute,
concentric, thin strie; the lower edges of the valves rather
sharp. Length an eighth of an inch; breadth an eighth and a
quarter ; thickness not quite an eighth.
ConcHacEa. |
I found this new British species immediately under the
columnar greenstone rocks, west end of Arthur’s Seat, near
Edinburgh, plentiful in a ditch at the Wells of Weary, which
is now covered up by the railway.
4, Pistp1uM APPENDIcuLATA, pl. XXXIX, f. 25.
Cyclas appendiculata, Leach, MSS.; Turton, Man., p. 15, f.
6; Pisidiwn Henslowianum, Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., VI, p.54; Tellina Henslowinana, Sheppard, Linn. Trans.,
XIV, p. 150.
Shell obliquely oval, much inflated; with regular, well defined,
concentric grooves; beaks very tumid, considerably produced,
and somewhat tubercled. Length an eighth and a half of an
inch; breadth not quite a quarter.
Found in slow running streams, but is very rare.
This shell seems nearly allied to P. obliguum, from which,
however, it differs, in its greater convexity, and the protrusion
of the beaks, at the base of which is a groove, or dark zone,
giving them the appearance of tubercular appendages.
5. Pisiprum nitipum, pl. XXXIX, f. 26.
Pisidium nitidum, Jenyns, Monog., p. 16, pl. 20, f. 7, 83
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 53.
Shell suborbicular, or slightly oval; umbones large, and blunt ;
external surface very glossy, of a pale horn-colour, and covered
with fine, concentric strie#, which are wider-set and deeper on
the umbones.
Inhabits Battersea Fields, some ditches in Cambridgeshire,
and ditches near Worcester; in a pond at Wolfhill, near Belfast,
and other places in that neighbourhood; Lough Gill, County
Sligo, Portarlington, and Finnoe, Ireland.
6. Pisip1um PusiILLuM, pl. XXXIX, f. 27.
Pisidium pusillum, Jenyns, Monag., p. 14, pl. 20, f. 4 and 6;
Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI, p. 53; Cyclas pu-
silla, Turton, Brit. Biv., p. 251, pl. 11, f. 16, 17; Ib., Man., p.
16, pl. 1, f. 7; Alder, Mag. Zool. and Bot., I, p. 119.
Shell nearly orbicular, slightly ovate, subcompressed ; um-
bones prominent, and very obtuse at the points; sides some-
what flattened, and very slightly inequilateral; surface of an
olivaceous-brown, with very fine, concentric stria.
Inhabits ponds near London, and many other localities. In
Treland, according to ‘Thompson, it is the most common of the
genus, frequenting ponds and drains.
7. PisipiuM cINEREUM, pl. XXXIX, f. 28.
Pisidium cinereum, Alder, Cat. Sup., p. 4; Ib., Mag. Zool.
and Bot., II, p. 119; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist.,
VI, p. 54.
Shell compressed, subovate ; umbones but slightly produced,
obtuse at the points, is sometimes capped; lower margins of
the valves meeting at an acute angle; surface of a grayish ash-
colour, and finely striated concentrically ; with a few super sulci,
which form deeper transverse zones.
This shell is more ovate in its form than any of its conge-
ners, excepting the P. obliqguum, and will be at once recognized
by being more compressed than them, and by its ashy hue.
Variety 1. Somewhat more ventricose, with the umbones a
little more produced.
Inhabits ponds near Newcastle, and other localities in the
North of England. Mr. Thompson says it is widely spread
throughout Ireland, although no where common. He par-
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ticularizes Holywood House, Downshire; Youngrove, near
Middleton, County of Cork, by Miss M. Ball; Killereran,
County of Galway, and Portarlington, by the Rey. B. J.
Clarke; and neighbourhood of Dublin, by Thomas William
Warren, Esq.
Sus-Division.— TENUIPEDEs.
The mantle barely united before; foot small, narrow, and
compressed ; shell having but a moderate gape.
Famity I—Nympuacka.
Having never more than two primary teeth in the same
valye; shell often gaping slightly at the lateral extremities ;
ligament external; umbones generally projecting outwards.
Section I—Destitute of lateral teeth.
Genus 17.—CrasstnA.—Leach.
Shell suborbicular, transverse, equivalve, inequilateral; hinge
with two strong, divergent, primary, large, central teeth in the
right valve, and one small, nearly obsolete tooth, together with
an indistinct, lateral one in the left valve; two oyate or oblong,
remote, lateral, simple, muscular impressions in each valve, with
a third very small one, situate immediately below the indistinct
lateral tooth, or at the end of the posterior external depression,
and in some instances mingling with the lower termination of
the posterior muscular impression, which is always simple, and
not sinuated.
1. Crassina Danmoniensis, pl. XXXVIII, f. 1.
Crassina Danmoniensis, First Ed., pl. 18, f. 1; Lamarck, V,
p- 554; Venus Danmonia, Montagu, Sup., p. 45, pl. 29, f. 45
Crassina sulcata, Turton, Biy., p. 131, pl. 11, f. 1, 2; Astarte
Danmoniz, Fleming, p. 440; Astarte Danmoniensis, Forbes,
p- 50.
Shell strong, thick, subcordiform, subcompressed; with many
regular, obsoletely striated, strong, equidistant, transverse ribs ;
intervening furrows rather deep, quite smooth; umbones nearly
central, anteriorly reclined, and rather acute, with a deep,
lanceolate lunule under them; surface covered with a dark
reddish-brown, strong epidermis; inside white, but not glossy,
except round the margin, which is finely crenated, and very
blunt at the edge.
Found on the Devonshire, Welsh, and Northumberland
coasts; also the Friths of Forth and Clyde; Lough Strangford
and Portmarnock, Ireland.
2. Crassina Scorica, pl. XXXVIII, f. 9.
Crassina Scotica, First Ed., pl. 18, £.9; Turton, Biv., p. 130,
pl. 11, f. 3, 4; Venus Scotica, Montagu, Sup., p. 44; Maton
and Rackett, p. 81, pl. 2, f.3; Lamarck, V, p. 600; Astarte
Scotica, Fleming, p. 440; Forbes, p. 51.
Shell thick, subcordiform, subcompressed; umbones nearly
central, considerably reclined anteriorly; beneath them a lance-
olate, subcordiform lunule; surface with many regular, rather
elevated, somewhat parallel, transverse ribs, which are narrowed
towards the posterior side; whole surface covered with a thick,
yellowish-brown epidermis, but reddish-brown in others; inside
smooth, white; with the margin plain.
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The want of crenulations on the margin of this shell, will at
once distinguish it from the C. Danmoniensis.
Found on the coast of Caithness, and the Frith of Forth,
Scotland; and the Downshire coast, Ireland.
3. CrassINA ELLIPTICA, pl. XXXVIII, f. 3.
Crassina elliptica, First Ed., pl. 18, f. 3.
Shell thick, nearly oval, rather compressed; umbones pointed,
considerably turned towards the anterior side; beneath which
is a cordiform, deep lunule; cartilage side rather straight ; with
many regular, transverse, nearly straight, obsoletely striate ribs;
external surface of a dark yellowish-brown; inside white,
smooth; margin plain, rather thickened, with a slight rim at
the edge.
Found in the Friths of Forth and Clyde.
The more thickened margin, and elliptical form of this shell,
will at once distinguish it from its congeners.
4, Crassina ovata, pl. XXXVIII, f. 11, 12.
Crassina ovata, Brown, Edin. Journ. Nat. and Geo. Science,
I, p. 12, pl. 1, £8; Crassina Gairensis, Nicol, MSS.
Shell thick, strong, subcompressed ; umbones small, pointed,
with a lanceolate, deep, and large lunule below them; surface
of a deep burnt umber-brown, with numerous, broad, elevated,
concentric, transverse ridges, which become nearly obsolete
as they approach the base of the valves; inside bluish-white,
with a broad and plain margin; muscular impressions large
and deep.
This species has much the appearance of C. Scotica, but
differs from it in being more ovate, much stronger, the mus-
cular impressions being nearly double the size, and in the lunule
being larger and deeper.
Inhabits the Gair Loch, in the river Clyde, where it is rather
plentiful.
5. Crassina sutcara, pl. XXXVIII, f. 10.
Crassina sulcata, First Ed., pl. 18, f. 10; Venus sulcata, Mon-
tagu, p. 131; Lamarck, V, p. 592; Maton and Rackett, p. 81,
pl. 2, f. 2; Brown, Werneriam Mem., II, p. 510; Astarte sul-
cata, Fleming, p. 439.
Shell strong, thick, suborbicular, subangular, and considerably
compressed ; umbones very prominent, nearly central, acute,
and but slightly turned to one side, with a lanceolate, shallow
lunule; external surface of a yellow-chestnut, strong epidermis,
and a series of very broad and flat transverse ridges, which
become nearly obsolete at the sides, and towards the umbones ;
cartilage side somewhat flattened; basal margin well rounded ;
inside smooth, white, and very glossy from the pallial impression
to the margin, which is very finely crenated at the edge; hinge
teeth very strong. Length about seven-eighths of an inch;
breadth not quite so much.
This shell is very distinct from its congeners; the transverse
ridges are greatly broader, and very much depressed; the space
between the pallial impression much broader and flatter, and
the epidermis more clear.
Turton has completely mistaken this very distinct species, in
quoting Montagu. His description and figures apply to C. Dan-
moniensis, from which the present is totally distinct.
Found in Orkney and Cornwall; and has been dredged alive
at Bray, Ireland. I met with odd valves in the Frith of Forth,
and on the beach at Montrose.
[Concnacrka.
6. Crassina compressa, pl. XXXVIII, f. 4, 5.
Crassina compressa, First Ed., pl. 18, f. 4,5; Montagu, Sup,
p- 43, pl. 26, f. 1, 1, 1.
Shell strong, thick, nearly orbicular, compressed ; umbones
prominent, turned slightly to the anterior side, beneath which
is a cordiform lunule; surface with a few irregular, remote,
concentric wrinkles, which become obsolete towards the base
of the valves; of a dark umber-brown colour, beneath which
the shell is covered with transverse, irregular, almost obsolete
strie ; inside smooth, white; margins broad, flat, and thin, and
destitute of crenulations.
This species differs from any of the preceding, in being des-
titute of distinct ridges, and is more orbicular. The young are
of a pale yellowish-brown, and are almost smooth, but when the
epidermis is removed, they betray a finely striated surface. I
obtained some live specimens, by dredging, off the coast of
Dunbar. The only full grown specimen which I haye seen, is
that from which Montagu’s shell was described and drawn, as
well as my figure, and is in the cabinet of my late friend David
Falconer, Esq., of Carlowrie.
7. CRassINA corruGATA, pl. XL, f. 24.
Crassina corrugata, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 24.
Shell strong, somewhat triangular, compressed; umbones
small, obtuse, and very slightly reflexed; beneath them a large,
deep, lanceolate lunule; surface covered with a reddish-brown
epidermis, transversely wrinkled, and with nearly obsolete,
transverse, numerous, irregular striae; inside smooth, bluish-
white ; margin smooth, and entire, sloping gradually towards
the centre, but not deep; teeth very strong. Length an inch
and a half; breadth nearly two inches.
This shell differs from the other species, in the posterior
margin being somewhat produced, and in its total destitution of
ribs; and is much flatter, in proportion to its size.
Discovered at Greenock, by my friend Stewart Ker, Esq.
8. CRassINaA DEPREsSA, pl. XXXVIII, f. 2.
Crassina depressa, First Ed., pl. 18, f. 2.
Shell compressed, transversely and obliquely subovate ; um-
bones rather prominent, and slightly reflexed, with a lanceolate,
deep lunule under them; colour of a dark reddish-brown, with
many flattened, transverse ridges, and narrow, shallow, inter-
vening furrows; inside white, smooth; margins plain, and rather
thickened in the edge. Length nine-eighths of an inch; breadth
nearly eleyen-eighths.
This differs from the C. Scotica, in being more transversely
elongated, oblique, more compressed, with the basal line more
parallel, the transverse ridges more numerous, very flat, and
almost obsolete.
Found in the Frith of Forth; but I have hitherto only met
with dead and detached valves.
9. Crassina srriaTa, pl. XXXVIII, f. 6, 7, 8.
Crassina striata, First Ed., pl. 18, f. 6, 7, 8.
Shell suborbicular, very strong, and rather yentricose ; um-
bones produced, and rather blunted at the beaks, placed nearly
central, and slightly reclining; beneath them a deep, lanceolate
lunule; surface with numerous, regular, fine, transverse striz,
covered with a dark olive-brown epidermis; inside white,
smooth, and glossy; cartilage impressions very deep. Length
three-eighths of an inch; breadth half an inch.
Concnacea. |
This species is not uncommon in the Frith of Forth, and at
Color Cots, near Tynemouth, Northumberland.
In the first edition, we considered the three figures referred
to as distinct species, but on comparing various specimens, we
are now inclined to look upon them as mere varieties.
Fig. 7 was thought a decided species by my late friend Dr.
Leach, and who named it C. conveaxiuscula, MSS., p. 8. It is
considerably more convex, with the striz finer.
Fig. 6 we called the C. obligua, from its oblique form, and
being stronger and more inflated than the others.
Genus 18.—Capsa.—Lamarck.
Shell transverse, equivalve, inequilateral; valves close all
round; one valve with two cardinal teeth, divergent from a
point close to the umbo; destitute of lateral teeth; in the
opposite valve one distinct, bifid, cardinal tooth, with two dis-
tant, nearly obsolete, lateral teeth; ligament external, entirely
situate on the anterior side of the umbones; two, not very
deeply defined muscular impressions in each valve; pallial im-
pression with a large sinus.
1. Capsa compLanata, pl. XXXIX, f. 10.
Donax complanata, First Ed., pl. 17, £. 10; Montagu, p.
106, pl. 5, f. 4; Maton and Rackett, p. 75; Fleming, p. 4335;
Turton, Biv., p. 125, pl. 7, f. 13, 14.
Shell subtriangular, transversely elongated; umbones obtuse;
smooth, and extremely glossy; of a pale or golden-yellow, or
faint lilac-colour, frequently spotted and blotched with reddish-
brown, or fawn; a broad, paler, generally immaculate ray
emanates at the umbones, and terminates on the margin,
which is frequently edged with a ferruginous shade; in some
specimens faint indications of transverse strie are observable
by the aid of a lens; inside smooth, extremely glossy, usually
of a purple hue, frequently shaded with golden-yellow, or
orange-buff, especially near the umbones, and sometimes with
transverse zones of pale bluish-purple; teeth small, especially
the lateral ones; margin destitute of crenulations.
This rare species is met with at Milton Sands; on the coasts
of Devon, Dorset, Torbay, and Guernsey; and has been met
with on the Irish coasts, at Connamara.
2. Capsa cAsTANEA, pl. XXXIX, f. 12.
Capsa castanea, Turton, p. 128, pl. 10, f. 13; Fleming, p.
434; Donaz castanea, Montagu, p. 573, pl. 17, f. 2; Maton
and Rackett, p. 77.
Shell strong, transversely elongated; umbones obtuse, slightly
inflected towards the anterior side; surface glossy, of a chestnut-
colour, with a few irregular, transverse, nearly obsolete wrinkles;
an arcuated ray of darker chestnut emanates at the umbones,
and terminates in the base, from whence to the posterior side
the colour is paler than on the other parts of the shell; inside
smooth, glossy, and of a pale chestnut, with an indication of the
external ray on the margin; hinge strong, with the teeth large,
in proportion to the size of the shell; margin plain. Length a
quarter of an inch; breadth three-eighths.
Found at St. Austle’s Bay, Cornwall, Penzance, and south
coast of Devonshire.
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Section II.— Shells with one or two lateral teeth.
Genus 19.—Donax.—Linneus.
Shell transverse, trigonal, equivalve, inequilateral; outer sur-
face generally covered with a thin, horny epidermis; anterior
side for the most part the shorter; left valye with two more or
less distinct, cardinal teeth; right valve with only one cardinal
tooth, which is generally cleft at its extremity; lateral teeth
variable, either two or one, very minute, and remote; two large
muscular impressions in each valve, and that of the mantle with
a large posterior sinus; ligament external, and short.
In some species there are two lateral teeth, one of which
being placed on each side of, and near to the primary teeth;
one valve is provided with a linear, posterior process, remotely
situated from the other lateral teeth, and between which and
the margin of the shell, there is a groove for the reception of
the other valve; the anterior lateral tooth can alone be distin-
guished, in each valve in other species, together with the linear
process; in some species there are two lateral teeth in one
valve, the posterior one more remote than the anterior, while
in the opposite valve there are only slight indications of them;
and in some species the lateral teeth are nearly obsolete. The
ligament is generally short, and in some instances very much
so; the greater portion of it is situate anteriorly,* but in most
of the species a small portion of the ligament is likewise placed
behind the beaks. The shells of this genus are for the most
part wedge-shaped.
1. Donax tTruncutus, pl. XXXIX, f. 11.
Donazx trunculus, First Ed., pl. 17, f. 11; Pennant, p. 93,
pl. 55, f. 45; Donovan, I, pl. 29, f. 1; Montagu, p. 103; Tur-
ton, p. 123; Fleming, p. 433; Forbes, p. 46.
Shell somewhat compressed, transversely oblong, inequila-
teral, smooth, glossy; umbones small; very finely striated lon-
gitudinally ; covered with a very thin epidermis, generally of a
light yellowish hue, fasciated and radiated with purple, the radii
emanating from the beaks, and terminating on the basal margin;
sometimes quite plain; inside most frequently partaking of the
colour of the exterior; teeth small, the lateral one not very dis-
tant from the cardinal ones; margins crenated.
Found on most of the coasts of Great Britain and Ireland.
2. Donax rusrRa, pl. XXXIX, f. 13.
Donaz rubra, Montagu, Sup., p. 38; Turton, Biy., p. 127,
pl. 10, f. 11; Fleming, p. 434.
Shell cuneiform, smooth, and semitransparent, considerably
truncated at one end; umbones prominent, but obtuse at the
points; surface of a reddish-flesh or claret-colour, but frequently
only coloured near the umbones; inside glossy, and usually of
the same colour as the outside; hinge with two teeth in each
valve, approximating towards the centre of the umbones; mar-
gin plain. Length not an eighth of an inch.
Inhabits deep water on different parts of the coast. Dr.
Turton says it is found abundantly in fine shelly sand at
Tenby.
* Contrary to Lamarck, we consider the side in which the ligament is
situate to be the anterior side, and it can only lead to confusion to make
an exception in this genus.
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Genus 20.—Myrrea.—Turton.
Shell subtriangular, equivalve, nearly equilateral; umbones
almost central, with a deep, lanceolate lunule beneath them ;
hinge with a single, central, primary tooth, and a lateral tooth
on each side, in the left valve, and two cardinal and two slightly
defined lateral teeth in the right valve; muscular impressions
reniform, and shallow; pallial impression entire ; ligament
external.
1. Myrrea sprnirera, pl. XXXVI, f. 15, 16, and pl.
XXXIX,. f£ 14, 15.
Ortygia spinifera, First Ed., pl. 20, f. 15, 165 Venus spini-
fera, Montagu, p. 577, pl. 17, f. 1; Maton and Rackett, p. 78 5
Fleming, p. 443; Myrtea spinifera, Turton, Biv., p. 133.
Shell somewhat subtriangular, subcompressed ; umbones
small, acute, and slightly inflected; posterior or cartilage side
nearly parallel; anterior side rather concave; surface with
many fine, concentric, sharp, almost equidistant, elevated,
slightly reflected, laminar ridges, which on the margin of the
cartilage side become confluent, in pairs, and project in the
form of a series of short, obtuse spines; between these two
ridges of spines there is an elongated, subulate, deep, obliquely
striated cavity, for the reception of the ligament; at the termi-
nation of these ridges of spines, the shell is slightly truncated
the intercostal spaces are finely and very minutely striated
transversely, which can only be seen by the aid of a lens ;
inside smooth, yellowish-white; margin somewhat flattened,
and plain.
Found at Saleomb Bay, Devonshire; several parts on the
Western coasts; and at Portmarnock, Ireland, but is a very
local and rare species.
Genus 2].—Lucina.—Bruguieére.
Shell equivalve, inequilateral, usually orbicular, lenticular,
and subdepressed ; teeth variable, most commonly two minute,
cardinal teeth, divergent from the umbo, frequently nearly
obsolete; in one valve one lateral tooth on each side of the
umbo, and two on each side in the other; the anterior lateral
ones being situate near to the primary teeth, and the posterior
immediately behind the ligament; two muscular impressions,
remote from each other, the anterior one generally extended
backwards and downwards, in the form of an elongated band;
pallial impression destitute of a sinus; ligament external, elon-
gated, and partly hidden by the inflected margins of the valves
when closed, consequently the internal tendinous portion is fre-
quently sunk into a deep, elongated cavity, situate between the
teeth and hinge margin.
The Lucinz inhabit the ocean.
and occur in the beds of the Tertiary formation, of which they
are a characteristic type.
Fossil species are numerous,
1. Lucrna raputa, pl. XXXIX, f. 8, 9.
Lucina radula, First Ed., pl. 17, £8, 9; Lamarck, V, p. 5415
Fleming, p. 441; Forbes, p. 473; Tellina radula, Montagu, p.
68, pl. 2, f. 1, 25 Maton and Rackett, p. 54; Venus borealis,
Donovan, IV, pl. 130.
Shell suborbicular, convex; umbo central, small, slightly pro-
duced, blunt, a little inflected; lunule oblong, cordiform, much
[ ConcHACEA.
depressed; posterior side with a longitudinal flexure, emanating
behind the umbones, and terminating on the side; whole
exterior covered with numerous, fine, distant, elevated, con-
centric, narrow, laminated ribs, which are sharp on the surface,
and feel rough to the touch, white, or covered with a very
thin, yellowish-brown epidermis; inside dull white, except
betwixt the pallial impression and the margin; sinus narrow,
obliquing downwards, and nearly parallel with the margin;
hinge with two oblique teeth in both valves, one of them a
little cleft.
This shell is sometimes elongated in form, as in fig. 9.
Not uncommon on many of the British and Irish coasts.
2. Lucina rorunpata, pl. XL, f. 11.
Mysia rotundata, First Ed., pl. 16, £11; Lucina rotundata,
Turton, Biv., p. 114, pl. 7, f.3; Tellina rotundata, Montagu,
p- 71, pl. 2, f. 3; Maton and Rackett, p.56; Brown, Wernerian
Men., II, p. 508; Psammobia rotundata, Fleming, p. 438.
Shell thin, orbicular, white, and rather convex; umbones
small, nearly central, obtuse, and very slightly turned to one
side; surface moderately glossy, with fine, nearly obsolete, con-
centric strie 5 inside smooth, glossy, white; two teeth in each
valve, one of which is cleft, and the other slightly divergent.
Inhabits the sea at Poole, Dorsetshire; also the coasts of
Devon and Wales; and has been met with on several parts of
the Irish coast, particularly at Bantry Bay.
3. Luctna LacTEA, pl. XXXIX, f. 3.
Lucina lactea, First Ed., pl. 17, f. 3; Lamarck, V, p. 542;
Turton, Biv., p. 112, pl. 7, f. 4, 5; Tellina lactea, Montagu, p.
70, pl. 2, f.4; Loripes lacteus, Leach, MSS., p. 9; Fleming,
p- 430.
Shell thin, orbicular, equilateral, convex; umbones small,
nearly central, and slightly inflected anteriorly, with a small
cordiform lunule under them; surface white, with fine, con-
centric, irregular wrinkles, sometimes interspersed with a few
antiquated ridges; inside white, moderately glossy ; hinge with
two small teeth in one valve, and one in the other; a deep
sulcus, by the side of the teeth in both valves, emanating at
the umbones, for the reception of the cartilage; margin below
the pallial impression shining, slightly and obsoletely striated
longitudinally.
Found at Torbay, Falmouth, Kingsbridge, and Poole.
4. Luctna unpata, pl. XXXIX, f. 1, 2.
Lucina undata, First Ed., pl. 17, f. 1, 2; Lamarck, V, p-
543; Turton, Biv., p. 115; Forbes, p. 47; Venus undata, Pen-
nant, IV, p. 95, pl. 55, f.513; Montagu, p. 117; Fleming, p.
148; Donovan, pl. 121; Maton and Rackett, p. 86; A/ysia
undata, Leach, MSS., p. 9.
Shell nearly orbicular, thin, flexous; umbones prominent ;
beaks rather acute, and slightly inflected; destitute of a lunule;
surface of a pale, dull fawn-colour, or white, with numerous,
fine, close-set, irregular striae, which in some instances run into
uneven, irregular wrinkles; hinge strong, with three teeth in
one valve, and two in the other, the posterior one cleft; inside
smooth, glossy; margin plain, with an acute edge; the sinus in
the pallial impression very large, reaching nearly to the middle
of the valves.
Young shells are sometimes glossy externally. The variety,
fiz. 1, is from Belfast Lough, Ireland.
Found on most of the British and Irish coasts.
ConcHACEA, |
5. Lucina LEvcoma, pl. XXXIX, f. 29.
Lucina leucoma, Turton, Biv., p. 113, pl. 7, f.8; Loripes
leucoma, Fleming, p. 430.
Shell somewhat oblique, orbicular, slightly produced and
angular on the anterior side, and generally a little flexous
under the beaks and on the opposite side; umbones pro-
minent, with a curvature under them; exterior surface of a
chalky-white, with regular, crowded, transverse, raised striz,
and deeper wrinkles ; crossed by extremely fine, close-set, lon-
gitudinal lines.
Turton, on whose authority we give this shell, says he has
remarked in some specimens a small remote tubercle on each
side of the hinge, resembling obscure lateral teeth.
Inhabits Torbay, the British Channel, and Guernsey.
Genus 22.—CryptTropon.— Turton.
Shell transversely subglobose, equivalve, nearly equilateral,
closed; umbones unequal, nearly central, beneath them a large,
deep, elongated, cordiform lunule; hinge of the right valve
with a single, irregularly-formed, erect, triangular tooth, which
fits externally into a small cavity below the umbones in the
opposite valve, and a narrow lateral cavity, for the reception
of a triangular, flat, hollow, lateral tooth of the other valve,
which is provided also with an ill-defined, nearly flat, primary
tooth; both valves with a large, double, muscular: impression
on one side, and small single ones on the other side; pallial
impression destitute of a sinus, and situate low in the valves;
ligament internal, a small portion only being visible through
the seam; an elongated, pointed lunule, hollow at the side
and elevated in the centre, invests the entire length of the
cartilage slope.
1. Crypropon FLExvosus, pl. XXXIX, f. 4, 5.
Lucina flexuosa, First Ed., pl. 17, f. 4, 5, 6,7; Fleming, p.
442; Cryptodon flexuosus, Turton, Biv., p. 121, pl. 7, £9, 105
Tellina flexuosa, Montagu, p. 72; Brown, Wernerian Mem.,
II, p. 508; Venus sinuosa, Donovan, II, pl. 42, f. 2; Bequania
flexuosa, Leach, MSS., p. 9.
Shell subtriangular, subglobose, thin, pellucid, fragile, white ;
umbones small, slightly inflected, and unequal, that of the right
valve smallest, the other resting on the cavity above the pri-
mary tooth of the opposite valve; beneath them a large cordate
lunule, with an elongated lunule on the cartilage side, pointed
at both ends; a sulcus emanates from the umbones in both
valves, running nearly parallel with the cartilage, terminating at
one side, where it forms a pretty large sinus, or flexure, at the
edge; whole surface moderately glossy, remotely and rather
irregularly striated concentrically; hinge with a single, erect,
triangular tooth in one valve, and a flat, nearly obsolete one in
the other; inside smooth, glossy, white, exhibiting slightly
nacred reflections, and some indications of longitudinal radii ;
margins plain, and very acute.
Figs. 6 and 7 is a variety of this shell, figured by Donovan,
which differs from any specimens we have seen.
This interesting little shell is met with, although very spa-
ringly, on most of the British and Irish coasts.
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Genus 23.—Arcopacia.—Leach.
Transverse, equivalve, inequilateral ; right valve subdepres-
sed; umbones very small, nearly straight; with two primary
teeth in both valves, each of the larger ones cleft; left valve
with two remote, lateral teeth, that on the anterior side large,
with a sinus betwixt it and the margin, for the reception of
the lateral tooth of the opposite valve; muscular impressions
large; pallial impression interrupted by a broad, tongue-shaped,
oblique, perpendicular, nearly central sinus, defined by a deep,
irregular groove ; margin very broad, and very glossy, as far as
the pallial impression ; ligament subexternal.
1. Arcopacia crassa, pl. XL, f. 8.
Arcopagia crassa, First Ed., pl. 16, f.8; Leach, MSS., p. 9;
Tellina crassa, Pennant, IV, p. 87, pl. 48, f. 28; Montagu, p.
65; Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 508; Fleming, p. 436;
Forbes, p. 46; Turton, Biy., p. 109, pl. 7, f. 2; Tellina rigida,
Donovan, III, pl. 103.
Shell strong, thick, somewhat oblique, transversely subovate,
a little subtruncated on the extremity of the cartilage side, and
slightly inequivalve, the left one being the larger, and consider-
ably more convex than the other, which is much more com-
pressed ; umbones small, beaks short, and rather obtuse, placed
considerably off the centre towards the cartilage side, and point-
ing to the opposite side; beneath them a rather narrow, deep,
elongated, lanceolate lunule; colour white, cream-white, or pale
sulphur-yellow, rarely skin-coloured or pale sulphur-yellow ;
sometimes plain, but more frequently beautifully radiated, with
broad and narrow, variously disposed, rays of pale red, flesh-
colour, or reddish-purple, which are always more distinctly
defined towards their bases; whole surface covered with nume-
rous, strong, pretty regular, concentric strie, becoming wider as
they approach the base, these are crossed by numerous, indis-
tinct, shallow, longitudinal strize, which can only be seen by the
aid of a strong lens, and are most perceptible in the interstices
between the transverse strie, and interrupted at intervals by a
few distinct lines of growth; a rather broad sinus extends from
the umbones towards the base, on the posterior side of the right
valve, with a corresponding ridge on the opposite valve; inside
very glossy, bluish-white, rich golden-yellow, or in some of a
beautiful rose-colour, or deep red; sometimes streaked and
blotched in a very handsome manner; hinge with two cardinal
teeth in each valve, one of which is cleft, and two strong, elon-
gated, lateral teeth in both valves; a little way below the pallial
sinus are, generally, a few irregularly disposed, shallow punc-
tures; margins plain, with a slight groove on the edge of the
left valve, for the reception of the edge of the other valve.
This interesting species is an inhabitant of most of the British
and Irish coasts.
2. ArRcopacia ovata, pl. XL, f. 9, 10.
Arcopagia ovata, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 9, 10.
Shell strong, thick, transversely ovate, suboblique, one valve
convex, and somewhat larger than the other, which is compres-
sed; umbones placed nearer one side, small, and rather blunt ;
of a pale straw-colour; covered with strong, concentric, rather
regular strie, which feel rough to the touch, with inequidistant
lines of growth; destitute of a lateral sinus, or ridge; sides
more uniformly rounded than in the foregoing species, and
without the slight truncation; hinge with a large bifid, and a
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small primary tooth in each valve, and also two lateral teeth in
both valves; sinus slightly heart-shaped at its superior extre-
mity ; colour pale yellowish-white.
At first I was disposed to consider this the young of 4.
crassa, but its want of a sinus, more regularly ovate form, the
shape of the pallial sinus, and large bifid tooth, induced me to
give it a new specific name.
This shell was found at Newbigging, Northumberland, by
Walter Calverly Trevelyan, Esq., and is in the splendid cabinet
at Wallington, Northumberland.
Genus 24.—TELLINA.—Linneus.
Shell compressed, transverse, subequivalve, inequilateral; pos-
terior side usually rounded; the anterior somewhat produced,
or beaked and angular; anterior ventral margin with an irregular
flexuosity ; generally with two cardinal teeth in each valve, but
only one in some instances; usually two lateral teeth in both
valves, but sometimes only one, and for the most part remote
from the primaries; two distant muscular impressions; pallial
impression with a very large sinus; ligament external.
1. TELLINA DEPRESSA, pl. XL, f. 12.
Tellina depressa, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 12; Maton and Rackett,
p- 51; Brown, Wernerian Mem., I, p. 507; Donovan, V, pl.
163; Turton, Biy., p. 104, pl. 8, f.6; Tellina squalida, Mon-
tagu, p. 56; Fleming, p. 436; Bosempra squalida, Leach,
MSS., p. 7.
Shell flat, thin, transversely oblong-ovate; with a sinus in one
valve, running from the umbones, and terminating on the basal
margin, on the cartilarge or beaked side, in the left valve, with
a corresponding elevation or ridge in the opposite valve; car-
tilage side terminating below in an acute angle or beak; the
other side beautifully rounded; umbones very small, nearly
central, and very slightly turned to one side; colour pale or
rich orange-yellow, sometimes nearly white, and when perfectly
recent, are covered with a fine, thin, brownish epidermis ;
whole surface finely, but not regularly, striated concentrically ;
hinge with two primary teeth in one valve, and three in the
other, one of which is somewhat remote, laminated at the base,
and acute at the point; inside yellowish-white or orange-yellow ;
margins plain, and sharp. ’
This very handsome species is found at Poole and Wey-
mouth, Dorsetshire; Dublin Bay and Portmarnock, Ireland.
2. TELLINA PUNICEA, pl. XL, f. 13.
Tellina punicea, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 13; Maton and Rackett,
p- 50; Turton, Biv., p. 100; Fleming, p. 435; Tellina laeta,
Montagu, p. 57; Tellina inequstriata, Donovan, IV, pl. 123;
Tellina fragilis, Pennant, IV, p. 86, pl. 47, f. 26.
Shell moderately strong, transversely oblong-ovate, much
compressed, inequilateral ; umbones very smali, hardly elevated
above the hinge line; one side subacute near the base, and the
other well rounded; surface glossy, pale yellow or skin-colour ;
with numerous, strong, regular, rather open, concentric striz ;
hinge with three teeth, the outer one on the anterior side bifid,
the other exterior one broad, more remote, and placed some-
what transversely oblique, holding an intermediate character
between a primary and lateral tooth; both valves with a very
remote lateral tooth; margins plain, and sharp; inside pale pink
or bluish-white.
MOLLUSCA.
[ConcuHacga.
Found on the Dorsetshire coast, Portland, and at Guernsey ;
and my late friend Sir Patrick Walker found it on the shore at
Leith. We met with dead shells with the valves united, by
dredging, off Holy Island. These are in the cabinet of Lady
Jardine. It may, however, be considered as a very rare British
shell.
3. Tewiina striata, pl. XL, f. 15.
Tellina striata, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 15; Montagu, p. 60, pl.
27, f. 2; Maton and Rackett, p. 53; Turton, Biv., p. 106;
Fleming, p. 436.
Shell subtriangularly subovate, thin, subpellucid; glossy, of a
rosy or white-colour, darker towards the umbones, which are a
little produced, placed nearly central, and slightly inflected ;
surface with numerous, very fine, concentric striae; and by the
aid of a strong lens, nearly obsolete, exceedingly minute, longi-
tudinal streaks or striz are observable; one side narrow, some-
what beaked, and obliquely subtruncated; the other beautifully
rounded ; cartilage slope with a slight indentation; inside rosy,
particularly towards the umbonal region, and becoming paler
towards the margins; hinge with two remote, strong, laminated
teeth.
Found on the beach at Portland and Weymouth. Extremely
rare.
4, TELLINA LINEATA, pl. XL, f. 17.
Tellina lineata, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 17; Turton, Conch.
Dict., p. 168, pl. 4, f 16; Ib., Biy., p. 99, pl. 7, f. 1; Fleming,
p- 435.
Shell semitransparent, transversely oblong-ovate, slightly pro-
duced at one side, and rounded at the other; umbones small,
not quite central, and very slightly, if at all, reflected; surface
pale cream-white, with a pale red longitudinal stripe running
close to the side in each valve; with numerous, fine, very close,
regular, concentric stria, which are strongest towards the sides;
hinge with two cardinal teeth, one of them entire and the other
cleft, and a lateral, laminar one on each side, in one yalye, and
a single, bifid, primary tooth in the other.
Dredged by Dr. Turton in Teignmouth Bay.
5. TELLINA TENUIS, pl. XL, f. 19.
Tellina tenuis, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 19; Montagu, p. 59;
Donovan, I, pl. 19, three lower figures; Turton, Biv., p. 107 ;
Fleming, p. 436; Forbes, p. 46; Maton and Rackett, p. 62;
Leach, MSS., p. 7; Tellina carnaria, Pennant, IV, p. 89, pl.
49, f. 32, right hand figure.
Shell transversely ovate, thin, much compressed, extremely
fragile, subpellucid, and extremely glossy; umbones small,
nearly central, their inflection to one side being hardly per-
ceptible; the cartilage side somewhat produced, the other
finely rounded; whole surface covered with extremely fine,
somewhat irregular, concentric strie; colour varying from
pale skin-colour, white, citron-yellow, to carnations in almost
all shades; sometimes plain, but for the most part with con-
centric zones, of lighter or darker shades of the prevailing
colour of the shell; hinge with two primary teeth in each
valve, one of them with a slight lateral tooth; inside glossy,
and generally of the same hue as the external surface, but
paler.
This very beautiful shell is common on all the sandy shores
of Britain and Ireland.
Concuacga.]
6. Te.una Fasura, pl. XL, f. 18.
Tellina Fabula, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 18; Donovan, III, pl.
97; Montagu, p. 61; Turton, Biy., p. 101; Maton and Rackett,
p- 52; Fleming, p. 435; Leach, MSS., p. 7; Brown, Wernerian
Mem., II, p. 507.
Shell transversely elongated, thin, pellucid, much compressed,
and flexuous; anterior side narrowed and obliquely subtrun-
cated, opposite side well rounded; umbones very small, nearly
central, with a slight inclination to the cartilage side; colour
generally white or pale yellow, frequently with a deeper tinge
towards the umbones, and often exhibiting iridescent reflections;
the left valve with very fine, regular, longitudinally diagonal
strie, obliquing from the superior portion of the posterior side
towards the base; the right valve quite plain, or with remote,
irregular, concentric, obsolete striae; hinge with three teeth in
the left valve, one of which is lateral, but not very remote
from the cardinal ones; the right valve with only two cardinal
teeth; inside smooth, glossy, white, with generally a darker
tinge towards the hinge; margins plain, and very sharp.
This shell is liable to some variety, the diagonal striz in vari-
ous specimens only reaching a little more than half way along
the posterior side.
Distinguished from J. tenuis, by its more lengthened and
more acute anterior side, and especially by the left valve being
diagonally striate. The two species are frequently found mixed
in cabinets.
Inhabits many sandy bays in Britain and Ireland.
7. Tevirna simiuis, pl. XXXIX, f. 35.
Tellina similis, Sowerby, Brit. Miscell., p. 29, pl. 75; Mon-
tagu, Sup., p. 167; Turton, Biv., p. 102; Fleming, p. 435.
“Shell ovate, compressed; both valves diagonally striated
five-sixths over the surface; beak not curved.’— Sowerby.
Sowerby remarks that great similitude exists between this
shell and the 7. Fabula, but differs in being rounded at the
narrower side, and destitute of the curvature. and in both valves
being diagonally striated.
Found on the shores of Brighton, in company with Tellina
Fabula.
8. TELLINA ELLIPTICA, pl. XL, f. 20, 21.
Tellina elliptica, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 20,21; Tellina planata,
Pennant, IV, p. 87, pl. 48, f. 29.
Shell elliptical, smooth, glossy, cream-white ; umbones small
and acute, placed much to one side, which is a little contracted,
the other ample and rounded; hinge with three cardinal teeth
in each valve, but no lateral teeth; inside smooth, white, and
glossy ; margins plain, and sharp. Length a quarter of an inch;
breadth three-eighths.
Found at Dunbar, by the late General Richard Bingham.
9g. TELLINA PELLUCIDA, pl. XL, f. 22.
Tellina pellucida, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 22.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, very pellucid; umbones con-
siderably produced, placed much to one side, but not inflected ;
anterior side very short; posterior side large, and elongated ;
colour bluish-white; with numerous, very fine, concentric,
nearly obsolete strie; hinge with two primary teeth in each
_ yalve, but destitute of lateral teeth.
Found at Seaton, County of Durham, by W. C. Trevelyan,
Esq., and afterwards at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
2c
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10. TELLINA soLipuLa, pl. XL, f. 14.
Tellina solidula, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 14; Montagu, p. 63;
Maton and Rackett, p. 58; Forbes, p. 46; Psammobia solidula,
Turton, p. 95, pl. 8, f. 2; Fleming, p. 438; Tellina carnaria,
Pennant, IV, p. 88, pl. 32, f. 32, left hand figure, and f. 32 4;
Limecola solidula, Leach, MSS., p. 7.
Shell strong, thick, convex, suborbicular; anterior side a little
produced into a subacute beak, on which side the line from the
umbo downwards is considerably more parallel than the other,
and with a wide, longitudinal depression; posterior side well
rounded; umbones placed nearly central, and rather blunted,
hardly turning to either side; exterior surface dull, of various
colours, yellowish-white, yellow, citron, flesh-colour, and rosy
red; some plain, others banded or zoned; hinge with two small
teeth in both valves; inside glossy, and of the same colours as
Sometimes
measures an inch in length; and an inch and a quarter in
breadth.
the exterior, but the tints in general more vivid.
Inhabits most of the coasts of Britain and Ireland, and bur-
rows in sand four or five inches beneath the surface.
11. Tetiina Donacina, pl. XL, f. 16.
Tellina Donacina, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 16; Montagu, p. 58,
pl. 27, f. 3; Maton and Rackett, p- 50, pl. 1, f. 7; Turton, p-
102, pl. 8, f.4; Fleming, p. 435; Tellina trifasciata, Pennant,
IV, p. 88.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, thin, compressed, subpellucid ;
umbones very small, placed much to one side; one side sub-
truncated, short, and terminating in a short beak below; the
opposite side much elongated, and rounded; basal line nearly
parallel, or very slightly arcuated; surface of a pale gamboge-
yellow, with numerous, fine, concentric strie, beautifully radi-
ated, with interrupted rays of deep carnation; and also with
transverse zones in many specimens; hinge with two teeth in
one valve, that behind the umbo extending into a lateral lamina;
and a single tooth in the opposite valve; inside smooth, glossy,
generally of a rich yellow, and frequently with radiations cor-
responding to those of the outside ; some specimens are nearly
white, with, however, almost invariably a roseate mark below
the umbones. General length about half an inch; breadth
three-quarters.
This is one of the most beautiful of our British bivalves, and
inhabits sandy shores. Salcomb Bay, Devon; Sandwich, Wey-
mouth; Dublin Bay, Portmarnock, and Bantry Bay, Ireland ;
and the Friths of Forth and Clyde, Scotland.
Genus 25.—PsamMMmosi1A.—Lamarck.
Shell transverse, oblong, somewhat angular, gaping at each
extremity, and covered with a thin, horny epidermis; with two
short, bifid, cardinal teeth in the left valve, and one in the right
valve; two distant, suborbicular, muscular impressions in both
valves, situate near each end of the valve; pallial impressions
with a very large sinus; ligament external, and supported upon
a prominent fulcrum.
1. Psammosra Ferrdensis, pl. XL, f. 1, 2.
Psammobia Ferréensis, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 1, 2; Turton,
Biy., p. 94; Fleming, p. 438; Forbes, p. 55; Maton and
102
Rackett, p. 49; Tellina Ferréensis, Maton and Rackett, p. 49;
Tellina fervensis, Montagu, p. 55; Tellina trifasciata, Donovan,
II, pl. 60.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, somewhat subquadrangular ;
obliquely subtruncated at the anterior side; from the base of
the truncation to the umbones runs an oblique, elevated ridge,
where it forms an angle, and renders all the striw above it
angulated, and more rugose than on other parts of the shell;
and with longitudinally oblique stria; compressed, finely stri-
ated transversely; umbones obtuse, nearly central; surface
elegantly radiated in sets of from three to six, with deep crim-
son and white alternating, and these are frequently crossed by
two or three fillets of crimson; two cardinal teeth in each valve,
but destitute of lateral ones; inside bluish-white, or pale lilac,
sometimes of a delicate rosy hue; margin plain. When perfect,
the external surface is covered with a very thin yellowish-brown
epidermis.
This handsome species inhabits many of the sandy shores of
Britain and Ireland, and especially prevails on both sides of the
Trish Channel.
2. PSAMMOBIA VESPERTINA, pl. XL, f. 3.
Psammobia vespertina, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 3; Turton, Biv.,
p- 92, pl. 6, f. 10, young; Solen vespertinus, Maton and Rackett,
p- 47; Tellina variabiles, Donovan, II, pl. 41, f. 2; Tellina
depressa, Pennant, IV, p. 87, pl. 47, f. 27; Sanguinolaria ves-
pertina, Fleming, p. 460; Gobreus vespertinus, Leach, MSS.,
p. 6.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, rounded at both sides, mode-
rately thick, and subcompressed; umbones rather small, and
situate nearly central; surface white, or pale flesh-coloured,
covered with very fine, concentric strie; with numerous radia-
tions of red, or purplish-red, disposed in single, double, or
numerous rays, from the umbones to the base; two teeth in
one valve, and one in the other, with a strong projecting lamina
in both valves; inside smooth, glossy, and for the most part
purple of different degrees of intensity in various individuals,
but generally of a deeper hue in young shells; some are pale
pink, bluish-white, or orange; sometimes with two rays below
the umbo; margin plain, beautifully streaked with the prevail-
ing colour in some specimens. Length an inch and five-
eighths ; and two inches and a half in breadth.
A small variety of this species is found at Loch Ryan, Scot-
land, with the sides more rounded; first noticed by William
Nicol, Esq.
Found at Falmouth, Cornwall; Kingsbridge, Devonshire ;
Poole and Weymouth, Dorsetshire; the Irish Channel, of a
large size; in several situations on the Eastern coast of Ireland;
and the Frith of Forth, Scotland.
3. PSAMMOBIA TELLINELLA, pl. XXXIX, f. 30, 31.
Psammobia tellinella, Forbes, p- 55; Psammobia florida,
Turton, Biv., p. 86, pl. 6, £.9; Fleming, p- 437. :
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, equally rounded at both
sides, a little convex; umbones placed nearly central, and but
slightly produced; colour pale bluish-violet, with longitudinal
rays of reddish-purple, or brownish-purple, crossed by reddish
zones of the same colour, or alternating with straw-yellow ;
hinge with a single cleft tooth in one valve, and a cavity on
each side for the reception of the two teeth of the opposite
valve; inside pale yellow, or rich reddish-purple; margins quite
MOLLUSCA.
[Concuacka.
plain, and rather sharp at the edges.
breadth one inch.
Length half an inch;
This species is much more inflated than P. vespertinus, when
of this size, and more angular at the sides; and differs materially
in the teeth.
Found on the Western coast, and Portmarnock, Ireland.
4, Psammosia poLycGona, pl. XXXIX, f. 33.
Psammobia polygona, Turton, Biv., p. 96; Fleming, p. 439,
Tellina polygona, Montagu, Sup., p. 27, pl. 28, f. 4.
Shell subovate, suborbicular, subcompressed; umbones ferru-
ginous, small, subcentral, and inclining to neither side; shorter
side somewhat truncated, and slightly angulated; larger side
well rounded; colour cream-white, with very fine concentric
strize, which are decussated by excessively fine longitudinal striae,
and are invisible without the aid of a strong lens; inside dull
white; margin uneven; two large, distant teeth in one valve,
and one very large, bifid, triangular tooth in the other, with a
very small approximate one. Length half an inch; breadth
somewhat more.
Dredged off Cramond Island, Frith of Forth, by Captain
Laskey.
5. PsamMMosia cosTuLaTa, pl. XXXIX, f. 34.
Psammobia costulata, Turton, Biy., p. 87, pl. 6, f.83 Fle-
ming, p- 437.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, thin; slightly angular at the
anterior end, which is provided with about twelve fine, obliquely
longitudinal ribs, radiating from the umbones, which are nearly
central, slightly produced, and* not inclining to either side;
colour varying from pale yellow to deep purple, and marked
with crimson blotches and stripes; whole surface covered with
extremely fine, longitudinal, and transverse strie ; inside of the
same hue as the exterior, and generally more vivid; in one
valve a slightly cleft tooth, which locks between two cardinal
teeth in the opposite valve, one of which is slightly bifid.
Four specimens of this beautiful shell were taken by the
dredge in the Channel and in Torbay, by Dr. Turton; three
of them alive.
6. Psammosia Jucosa, pl. XL, f. 4, 5, 6.
Psammobia jugosa, Virst Ed., pl. 16, f. 4, 5, 6; Psammobia
fragilis, Turton, Biv., p. 88; Fleming, p. 438; Tellina jugosa,
Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 506, pl. 24, f. 2.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, moderately strong, rather
inflated; of a brownish-yellow colour; anterior side acuminated,
and provided with an elevated, rapidly enlarging ridge, emana-
ting at the umbo, and terminating on the side; posterior side
much rounded; umbones placed towards the posterior side,
rather large, elevated, and slightly turned to one side; whole
surface covered with numerous, very sharp, elevated, concentric,
somewhat waved, laminar striz, the interstices thickly covered
with decussated, extremely minute, longitudinal and transverse
undulating strie; hinge with two primary teeth, and a lateral
one in each valve; in the left valve a large, broad, bifid, re-
flected, elevated tooth, which bends outwards, pointing to the
umbo, two-thirds of which is elevated above the margin of the
shell; the other tooth is thin, and small, running obliquely
alongside the lateral tooth, which rises near the umbo, and
obliques towards the anterior side, and is most elevated at its
termination; over this tooth is placed the ligament; in the right
valve the teeth are similar to those of the opposite valve, the
LirHopPuact. |
smaller being, however, a little stronger; inside yellowish or
cream-white, with numerous, glossy, circular spots; pallial im-
pression with a large sinus, placed transversely, but does not
interrupt the pallial impression below, as it rises at the acumi-
nated side.
Found in Bantry Bay, Killough, County of Down, and other
places on the coast of Ireland.
7. Psammosia Laskeyt, pl. XXXIX, f. 32.
Psammobia Laskeyi, Turton, Biy., p. 89; Fleming, p. 438 ;
Tellina Laskeyi, Montagu, Sup. p. 28, pl. 28, f. 3.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, smooth, rather strong; um-
bones not quite central, and obtuse, hardly inflected ; sides dis-
similar, one rounded, the other obtusely pointed and obliquely
subtruncated; colour purplish-white ; covered with an olivace-
ous-yellow epidermis; inside purple, smooth, white round the
margin, and destitute of the crenule; one valve with three
approximate, subbifid teeth; the margin channelled from the
teeth almost to the end of the longer side; on the other
side of the teeth the margin is replicated, or folded back to
the connecting cartilage, to which it is affixed; the opposite
valve with only a single tooth, which locks in between the
teeth of the other valve, these are reciprocally admitted into
a cavity on each side in this valve, which is destitute of a
channel on the margin. Length half an inch; breadth three-
quarters.
Discovered, by dredging, in the Frith of Forth, by Captain
Laskey.
Famity V.—LITHOPHAGI.
Shells which bore into clay, wood, and other substances; des-
titute of accessory pieces; more or less gaping at the anterior
side; ligament situate exteriorly.
Genus 26.—Saxicava.— Lamarck.
Shell transverse, irregular in form, generally oblong, inequi-
lateral, subequivalve, gaping anteriorly; ligament exterior; two
lateral, muscular impressions in each valve; pallial impression
interrupted, but not sinuated; hinge, in the young condition,
with sometimes two or three minute, obtuse, mostly indistinct,
cardinal teeth, which become obsolete in the adult; two deep
muscular impressions in each valve ; pallial impression entire.
1. Saxicava ruGosa, pl. XLVII, f. 14 and 16, and pl.
EN OOE 83 Was, USE
Pholabia rugosa, First Ed., pl. 9, f. 15, and precisa, f. 16;
Leach, MSS., p. 5; Savricava rugosa, Lamarck, V, p. 501;
Turton, Biv., p. 20, pl. 2, f.10; Forbes, p.56; Hiatella rugosa,
Fleming, p. 461; Mytilus rugosus, Pennant, IV, p. 110, pl. 63,
f. 72; Montagu, p. 164; Donovan, pl. 141; Maton and Rackett,
p- 105.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, somewhat inflated; and
gaping at one side; umbones small, obtuse, and situate near to
the anterior side; posterior side always rounded; anterior side
generally subtruncated ; surface brown or dull yellowish-white,
with irregular, rugged, concentric wrinkles; inside white.
Fig. 16, pl. XLVIII, is the variety Mytilus precisus, Mon-
tagu, p. 165, pl. 4, f. 2; Maton and Rackett, p. 105.
This species is liable to great variety in its external form, as
will be seen by our various figures, being sometimes subquad-
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103
rangular or subeylindrical, frequently much distorted and wrin-
kled, at others almost smooth. It is a frequent inhabitant of
the roots of the large a/g@, and even penetrates the hardest
limestone; it is met with on almost all the coasts of Britain
and Ireland.
Fig. 16, pl. XLVII, is the variety called Sazicava Pholadis,
Turton, Biy., p. 21, pl. 2, f. 113; and fig. 14 a still more globular
form of the same species.
2. Saxicava purPuREA, pl. XLII, f. 29, 30, 31.
Mya purpurea, Montagu, Sup. p. 21; Agina purpurea,
Turton, Biy., p. 54, pl. 4, f. 9.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate; umbones purple, placed con-
siderably to one side, and inflected towards the shorter end,
which is rounded; the anterior end obliquely truncated; invested
with a glossy, cream-white epidermis; under which the shell is
pure white, and covered with irregular, transverse strie; hinge
with a single, obscure, erect tooth in each valve, and slightly
cleft, which penetrate cavities in the opposite valve. Length
about an eighth of an inch; breadth a quarter.
Taken in deep water, amongst corallines, on the Devonshire
coast, by Colonel Montagu; and dredged at Torbay, by Dr.
Turton.
Genus 27.—HIATELLA.—Daudin.
Shell transverse, inequivalve, inequilateral, gaping at the
superior margin, or anterior side; umbones small, blunted,
placed considerably towards the posterior side; ligament exter-
nal; hinge with a small, ill defined, single tooth in one valve,
inserted between two obscure ones in the other; destitute of
lateral teeth; two large and deep muscular impressions in each
valye, those on the anterior sides largest, with a tongue-like
prolongation from the side, pointing inwards ; pallial impression
entire.
1. HuatTecxa minuta, pl. XLVII, f. 1.
Solen minutus, First Ed., pl. 13, f. 1; Lamarck, V, p. 453 ;
Montagu, p. 53, pl. 1, f. 4; Maton and Rackett, p.47; Hiatella
minuta, Turton, Biy., p. 24; Hiatella arctica, Fleming, p. 461;
Savicava rugosa, young shell, Forbes; Coramya spinosa, Leach,
MSS,, p. 5.
Shell transversely subovate, rugose, slightly inflated; umbones
placed towards the posterior side, which is rounded; anterior
side subtruncated; one valve smaller than the other, each pro-
vided with two rows of concave spines, situate on the anterior
side, emanating from the umbones, and terminating on the side,
the superior row running parallel with the cartilage line, the
other running diagonally downwards; under valve projecting
slightly over the other, except at the shorter side; surface of a
pale brown, or yellowish-white ; inside smooth, glossy, white,
sometimes tinged with ochre-yellow.
Found on most of the British and Irish coasts, burrowing in
hard limestone rocks, clay, and other substances.
2. HrarE.ia osionea, pl. XLVU, f. 14.
Hiatella oblonga, Turton, Biv., p. 25, pl. 2, f.13; Miatella
arctica, Fleming, p. 461.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate posterior side rounded; an-
terior side subtruncated, slightly wrinkled transversely, rather
prominent, and destitute of spines; umbones placed near the
posterior side; surface of a pale brown, or yellowish-brown ;
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hinge with an obscure, conic tooth in one valve, and a cavity
for its reception in the other, with an obscure, nearly obsolete
tooth on each side of it.
This is so nearly allied to H. minuta, that we should have
considered it a mere variety, but the total want of spines inclines
us to think that it may be distinct. The figure we have given
is from a specimen recently taken alive at Dunbar; Turton
gives as its locality Torbay and Dublin Bay.
Genus 28.—SpPHENIA.— Turton.
Shell transverse, inequivalye, inequilateral, general form flat-
tish wedge-shaped, gaping at the anterior end; hinge of the left
valve with an elevated, transversely dilated tooth, that of the
right valve with a concave tooth, and small denticle behind it ;
destitute of lateral teeth; two small muscular impressions in
each valve; pallial impression with a large tongue-shaped sinus,
emanating from the anterior side, and reaching nearly the mid-
dle of the valves ; ligament external.
1. Spaenra Bincuamt, pl. XLII, f. 17, 18, and 22.
Sphenia Binghami, First Ed., pl. 14, f. 16, 17, 18; Turton,
Biy., p. 36, pl. 3, f. 4, 5, and pl. 19, f. 3; Fleming, p. 465.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, subcompressed, wedge-shaped,
truncated at the hinge, with the superior margin frequently a
little contracted about the middle, gradually tapering towards
the anterior end, which is slightly gaping, and subtruncate; um-
bones rather prominent, with their beaks not quite opposite, but
divaricating from each other; whole surface covered with a
brown, wrinkled epidermis, which extends beyond the anterior
side; inside glossy, white, with a purplish tint; the margin plain,
and sharp; the elevated tooth gradually diminishing, and ex-
tending nearly half way along the hinge line. Length a quarter
of an inch; breadth half an inch.
Found among the rocks at Torbay, by Dr. Turton and Gen.
Bingham, after whom it was named by the doctor.
2. SpHENIA Swainsont, pl. XLII, f. 16, 23, 24.
Sphenia Swainsoni, Turton, Biv., p. 37, pl. 3, f. 3, and pl.
19, f. 2.
Shell transversely oblong-oval, wedge-shaped; the anterior
side round; umbones nearly central; a concave tooth, lying hori-
zontally, and pointing inwards. Length a quarter of an inch ;
breadth about half an inch.
This species is somewhat more oval in its form than the S.
Binghami.
Found among the rocks at Torbay.
3. SPHENIA DEcUssATA, pl. XLV, f. 3.
Mya decussata, First Ed., pl. 10, f. 3; Montagu, Sup., p. 20,
pl. 28, f. 1; Fleming, p. 463; Sphenia decussata, Turton, Biv.,
p. 38.
Shell suborbicular, slightly inflated; umbones obtuse, re-
curved, and situate nearest the posterior side; colour yellowish-
white, crossed by rather remote, concentric ridges, which are
decussated by strong, regular, longitudinal strie, forming tuber-
cles at the anterior end; inside smooth, white; in one valve a
broad, erect tooth; in the other a projecting lamina, with a
small pit for the reception of the tooth in the opposite valve.
Length not quite half an inch; breadth somewhat more.
Found in the Frith of Forth, by Captain Laskey.
MOLLUSCA.
[Corsuacra.
Famity VI.—Corpuwacka.
Shell inequivalve, and for the most part one valve somewhat
larger than the other; ligament placed interiorly.
Genus 29.—Panpora.—Bruguiére.
Shell free, thin, internally pearlaceous, Inequivalve, trans-
verse, inequilateral; the anterior side the longer, subrostrated,
and slightly gaping at its extremity; one valve flat, with two
internal, anterior ribs, and with its anterior margin turned
downwards, provided with a single, oblong, obtuse, cardinal or
hinge tooth, situate behind the ligament; the opposite valve
concave, and destitute of teeth, but furnished with an indistinct
cicatrice, on which the tooth of the flat valve rests, when the
shell is closed; in each valve are two distant, lateral, muscular
impressions; ligament internal, its sides lodged in, and attached
to an elongated cicatrice, which lies inclined to the anterior side
of the valves; in some species the cicatrix is produced into an
elongated, divergent lamina, stretching from the umbo towards
the anterior side of the shell, and terminating near the inner
side of the anterior muscular impression,
1. Panpora rostrata, pl. XLVII, f. 5, 12, 13.
Trutina solenoides, First Ed., pl. 13, f.5; Pandora marga-
ritacea, Turton, Biy., p. 40, pl. 3, f. 11, 12, 13, 14; Pandora
inequivalvis, Fleming, p. 466; Solen pinna, Montagu, p. 566 ;
Tellina inequivalvis, Montagu, p. 71; Ib., Sup., p. 27; Dono-
van, II, pl. 41, f. 1; Maton and Rackett, p. 50.
Shell transversely oblong and subovate, thin, and brittle; one
valve nearly flat, the other moderately convex; the hinge line
of both valves arcuated; umbones placed much to one side ;
posterior side extending into a lengthened, obtusely subtrun-
cated beak; the other side short, and rounded; surface cream-
white, with a pearly gloss, smooth in some specimens, but
transversely wrinkled in others; two teeth in both valves, but
destitute of lateral ones; inside white, and slightly nacred; each
valve provided with a blunt tooth, running parallel from the
umbo, that in the convex valve largest, and with an uneven
surface, these not inserted, but stand by the side of each other,
when the valves are closed. Length nearly half an inch;
breadth one inch; but sometimes considerably more.
This species inhabits the sea at Dawlish, Guernsey; and in
several places on the Irish coast.
Genus 30.—CorsuLa.—Bruguiére.
Shell inequivalve, one valve being generally small and flat-
tened, the other large and convex; subequilateral, transverse,
generally gibbose and close; each valve usually furnished with
a single, conical, recurved, ascending, pointed tooth, at the side
of which is a small concave depression,—very deep in some
species, which serves either for the reception of the ligament,
or the tooth of the opposite valve ; two distant, lateral, some-
what irregular, muscular impressions in each valve; pallial
impression posteriorly angulated, with a very small sinus;
ligament internal, fixed to the tooth of the lesser valve, and
inserted in the depression by the side of the tooth, in the
larger valve.
MactracEa. |
1. Corputa NuctEus, pl. XLII, f. 7, 8, 9.
Corbula nucleus, First Ed., pl. 14, f. 7, 8, 9; Lamarck, V, p.
496; Turton, Biv., p. 39, pl. 3, f. 8,9, 10; Corbula striata,
Fleming, p. 425; Mya inequivalvis, Montagu, p. 38, pl. 26, £::7'
Maton and Rackett, p. 40, pl. 1, f. 6.
Shell subtriangular, strong, thick, opaque, white; with an
umber-brown, rather thick epidermis; under valve very convex,
with a large, tumid, inflected umbo, considerably elevated above
the hinge; upper valve flat, or somewhat concave, with a small
but acute umbo, and little more than half the size of the
other, provided with a few short, distant, irregularly divergent
strie, which emanate from near the central disk of the shell,
and terminate on the margin; larger valye with one strong,
erect, somewhat recurved tooth, which is received into a socket
in the smaller valye; inside smooth, dull white; the margin
somewhat flattened, and that of the larger valve projecting con-
siderably beyond the other, when closed.
This species is by no means uncommon on most of the
coasts of Britain and Ireland.
latter country.
2. Corsua ovaTa, pl. XLII, f. 32, 33.
Corbula ovata, Forbes, p. 53, pl. 2, f. 8, 9.
“Shell ovata-oblong, almost equilateral, with obsolete trans-
verse striz; white, covered with a brown epidermis, which is
worn away at the upper part of the shell, but bears the traces
of regular, transverse strie towards the margin; the anterior
extremity is slightly truncate, the posterior rounded; beaks de-
pressed; translucent.
“In form this species resembles the Corbula rosea, but is
more elongated transversely ; the teeth are very similar.
«Taken from the root of a Fucus, cast ashore at Ballaugh,
Isle of Man.”—Forbes.
3. CorsuLa RosEa, pl. XLII, f. 6.
Corbula rosea, First Ed., pl. 42, f. 6; Leach, MSS.
Shell subtriangular, subovate, subcompressed, its breadth con-
siderably exceeding its length; under valve but a little larger
than the other, its umbo of moderate size; surface smooth,
covered with a very thin, pale yellow epidermis, beneath which
the shell is of a beautiful roseate hue, with a few short radia-
tions of a darker cast, near the umbones; inside smooth, of a
pale rose-colour; margins smooth, and glossy.
This shell differs considerably from the young of C. nucleus,
in being devoid of the peculiar curve of that shell; in the beaks
of the lower valve being much less, and a less disparity in the
size of the upper and under valve; and in being much more
compressed.
In the cabinet of Dr. Leach, British Museum, and were
dredged at Falmouth.
It attains a large size in the
Famity VII.—Macrracza.
Shells equivalye, frequently gaping at the lateral extremities ;
ligament situate interiorly, or partly external.
Section I—Ligament seen externally, or double.
Genus 31.—AmpuipEsmMa.—Lamarck.
Shell equivalve, transverse, slightly inequilateral, somewhat
ovate, or orbicular; some species gaping at the sides, with a
slight posterior fold; each valve provided with one, or in some
2D
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instances two small, slender, cardinal teeth; and two distinct,
elongated, lateral teeth, situate near the hinge in one valve, and
almost obsolete in the other; ligament double, separated from
the cartilage, its external portion slender, and rather short,
the internal cartilage generally longer and larger, adherent in
both valves to an elongated, oblique groove or pit, which varies
in length in different species, takes its rise immediately within
the umbo, and is prolonged within the anterior lateral tooth;
two muscular impressions in each valve ; pallial impression with
a very large sinus.
1. AmpuipesmA Boysu, pl. XLII, f. 3.
Ligula Boysii, First Ed., pl. 14, f. 3; Lamarck, V, p. 491 ;
Amphidesma Boysii, Turton, Biv., p. 53, pl. 5, f. 4, 5; Mactra
Boysii, Montagu, p. 98, pl. 3, f.’7; Maton and Rackett, p. 72.
Shell oval, subcompressed, thin, pellucid, glossy, white, and
nearly smooth; with a few remote, obsolete, concentric striz ;
umbones very small, with the beaks slightly inflected, situate
nearest to the posterior side; one cardinal tooth in each valve,
with a broad, cartilage cavity; one valve only provided with
broad, elevated, lateral teeth; inside smooth, glossy, and white;
two muscular impressions; the pallial impression with a large,
nearly obsolete sinus, running from the smaller side, almost
two-thirds across the valves, and nearly parallel with the mar-
gin. Length somewhat more than half an inch; breadth a little
more than three-quarters.
Plentiful on most of the British and Irish coasts.
2. AMPHIDESMA TENUE, pl. XLII, f. 2.
Ligula tenuis, First Ed., pl. 14, f. 23; Mactra tenuis, Mon-
tagu, p.572; Ligula tenuis, Montagu, Sup., pl. 17, f.7; Amphi-
desma tenue, Turton, p. 53; Forbes, p. 47; Fleming, p. 433.
Shell subtriangular, compressed, equilateral, semipellucid,
thin, white; with shallow, concentric wrinkles; umbones small,
considerably produced, placed nearly central, and not turning
to either side; inside moderately smooth, and glossy ; pallial
impression interrupted by a broad, conical, nearly perpendicular,
pointed sinus, reaching nearly two-thirds up the valves; hinge
provided with a cleft tooth, a narrow groove, and remote, lami-
nated, lateral teeth, one on each side in one valve; the other
with a plain, single tooth, which is received into a cavity in the
opposite valve; destitute of lateral teeth. Length a quarter of
an inch; breadth somewhat more.
Found on the coasts of Hampshire, Dorset, and Devon.
3. AmPHIDEsMA pRIsMATICA, pl. XLII, f. 5.
Ligula prismatica, First Ed., pl. 14, f.5; Montagu, Sup., p.
23, pl. 26, f. 3; Amphidesma prismaticum, Fleming, p. 432.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, flat, thin, fragile, glossy, pel-
lucid, white, exhibiting prismatic reflections; with very minute,
concentric striz; umbones very small, inflected, and placed
towards the narrow side, which is considerably acuminated, with
a slight oblique subtruncation, below which it is pointed; oppo-
site side finely rounded; hinge furnished with a horizontal
tooth, with a cavity in the centre for the reception of the con-
necting cartilage, and the addition cf a small, lateral, laminar,
remote tooth on each side of the larger tooth, in one valve, but
devoid of these in the other valve. Length three-eighths of an
inch; breadth upwards of six-eighths.
Found pretty plentifully in the Frith of Forth, the south
coast of Devon, and by no means rare at Portmarnock, Ireland,
and other parts of the coast.
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4. AMPHIDESMA TRUNCATA, pl. XLII, f. 4.
Ligula truncata, First Ed., pl. 14, f. 4; Amphidesma trun-
catum, Fleming, p. 431.
Shell subovate, rather convex, oblique; anterior side pro-
duced ; posterior side rather straight, and subtruncated below;
with a flexure, emanating from the umbo, and terminating on
the margin; umbones small, nearly central, and slightly in-
flected, beneath them a lanceolate cavity or lunule, covered
with transverse, nearly obsolete striae, and wrinkles; surface
white, smooth, and glossy; hinge with a double primary tooth
in each valve, and a small tooth-like knob in the left valve,
locking into a cavity for its reception in the opposite one; in-
side smooth, glossy, and white; each valve provided with two
large muscular impressions; margins rather thick, for the size
of the shell. Length three-eighths of an inch; breadth half
an inch.
Found at Greenock, by Stewart Ker, Esq., and is in the
cabinet of Lady Jardine.
Genus 32.—Licuta—Montagu.
Shell inequivalve, inequilateral, transversely elongated; with
a large, broad, strong, transverse, spoon-like tooth in each valve,
projecting inwards, each furnished with a pit for the insertion of
the cartilage; right valve furnished with a pretty large, elevated,
erect, compressed tooth, situated close below the beak, fitting
into a hiatus for its reception, which reaches to the beak, in
the opposite valve; and in some species a minute tooth; exter-
nal surface with a very thin, membranaceous epidermis; two
muscular impressions in each valve, situate very close to the
extreme sides of the valves, the posterior ones double, and ex-
tending to nearly the umbones; pallial impression with a rather
large, transverse sinus, situated posteriorly.
1. LicuLa preTenuis, pl. XLII, f. |.
Ligula pretenuis, First Ed., pl. 14, £13; Anatina prete-
nurs, Turton, Biy., p. 48, pl. 4, f.4; Amphidesma pretenue,
Fleming, p. 432; Bontea pretenuis, Leach, MSS., p.6; Mya
pretenuis, Montagu, p. 41, pl. 1, f. 2; Donovan, V, pl. 178.
Shell oval, thin, very brittle, compressed, and semipellucid ;
umbones nearly central, very small; beaks rather acute, and
inflected ; posterior side rounded; anterior side somewhat acu-
minated, and obliquely subtruncated, at which extremity the
valves are a little open; surface cream-white, transversely
wrinkled, with extremely fine, nearly obsolete, concentric strie,
covered with an extremely thin, cream-coloured, somewhat
pilous epidermis; hinge with a broad, horizontal, internally
projecting, hollow tooth in each valve; inside white. Length
about half an inch; breadth somewhat more than an inch.
This rare British shell has been found at Poole, and other
places on the Dorsetshire coast; the south coast of Devon;
Frith of Forth; and Portmarnock, Ireland.
Genus 33.—TELLIMyA.—Brown.
Shell equivalve, inequilateral, suborbicular, or transversely
elongated, close all round; left valve destitute of cardinal teeth,
but provided with a pretty large hiatus, and two projecting
lateral teeth, each having a groove in its centre; sometimes
with one or two rather long teeth on the right side; right valye
MOLLUSCA.
[Macrracga.
with two recurved, prominent teeth, which occupy the vacant
space below the umbo in the opposite valve; muscular impres-
sions large and distinct ; pallial impression entire.
Section I.—Shells orbicular.
1. TELLIMYA suBOoRBICULARIS, pl. XLII, f. 14, 15.
Tellimya suborbicularis, First Ed., pl. 14, f. 14, 15; Mya
suborbicularis, Montagu, p. 39, pl. 26, f.6; Maton and Rackett,
VIII, p. 41; Kellia suborbicularis, Turton, Biv., p. 57, pl.
11, f. 5, 6; Fleming, p. 430; Forbes, p. 49; Bomia inflata,
Phillipi.
Shell suborbicular, very convex, thin, subpellucid; umbones
obtuse, nearly central, slightly inflected; sides almost equal,
rounded ; basal margin nearly parallel; surface of a yellowish-
white colour; somewhat glossy, with faint concentric stria ;
hinge with a single tooth in one valve, immediately under the
beak, locking into a double incurved one in the opposite valve,
with a somewhat laminated tooth behind the umbo in each
valve; inside glossy, white. Length three-eighths of an inch;
breadth half an inch.
Some specimens exhibit a fine pearlaceous lustre, when de-
prived of the epidermis.
fuhabits the Frith of Forth, Plymouth, Saleomb Bay, and
coasts of the Isle of Man. It is a borer, and penetrates the
hardest limestone; Forbes found it in the cavities of dead
bivalves.
2. Te.uimya LacTEa, pl. XLII, f. 10, 11.
Tellimya lactea, First Ed., pl. 14, f. 10, 11; Brown, Conch.
Text Book, p. 138, pl. 17, f. 14.
Shell nearly orbicular, inflated, thin, pellucid, and glossy
white; one valve with two teeth, locking into a triangular void
in the opposite valve, with transverse lamine on each side; left
valve with a single, recurved, cardinal tooth, and a central, tri-
angular, lamellated tooth; and one remote, lateral tooth only.
About a quarter of an inch in diameter.
Found on the Devonshire coast, by Dr. Leach. :
3. TELLimya TENUIS, pl. XLII, f. 12, 13. dubortre
Tellimya tenuis, First Ed., pl. 14, f. 12, 13.
Shell orbicular, smooth, glossy, snow-white, with fine, irregu-
lar, concentric stria, much inflated; umbones rather produced,
and much turned to one side; left valve destitute of cardinal
teeth, but provided with two large lateral teeth; right valve
with two incurved, cardinal teeth, and a lateral one; inside
white, and when viewed through a strong lens, has a shagreen-
like appearance. Diameter three-eighths of an inch.
Found at Newbigging, Northumberland, by W. C. Trevelyan,
Esq., and is in the cabinet at Wallington.
Section II.—Shells transversely ovate.
4, TELummya ELiptica, pl. XLII, f. +6;,47. / 7
Tellimya elliptica, First Ed., pl. 14, f. #6; 19; Mya ferrugi-
nosa, Montagu, Sup., p- 22 and 166, pl. 26, f.2; Montacuta
ferruginosa, Turton, Biv., p. 60.
Shell transversely subovate, moderately ‘convex, white, with
obsolete, concentric wrinkles, and sometimes blotched with rust-
coloured spots; umbones obtuse, situate nearest one side; basal
margin nearly parallel; hinge with two projecting teeth, one of
which is erect, the other slopes inwards and downwards, these
Mactracea. |
are separated by a triangular hiatus, below the umbo; inside
glossy, white. Length a little more than a quarter of an inch ;
breadth nearly half an inch.
Found at Belton Sands, near Dunbar; and Turton says it
inhabits the Western coasts.
5. TELLimya GLABRA, pl. XLII, f. 20, 21. erhanye)
Tellimya glabra, First Ed., pl. 14, f. 20, 21. .
Shell elliptical, moderately inflated, thin, smooth, extremely
glossy ; umbones obtuse, placed considerably to one side; shorter
side obliquely subtruncated, the other rounded; hinge with one
broad primary tooth in each valve, and a large hiatus immedi-
ately under the umbones in both valves; inside smooth, glossy ;
margins sharp. Length nearly a quarter of an inch; breadth
about half an inch.
Found by General Bingham, at Dunbar; in his cabinet, and
also that of Lady Jardine.
6. TELLIMYA BIDENTATA, pl. XLIV, f. 8, 9.
Anatina bidentata, First Ed., pl. 11, f. 8, 9; Montacuta
bidentata, Turton, Biv., p. 60; Mya bidentata, Montagu, p. 44,
pl. 2, f. 5; Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 405.
Shell suboval, thin, compressed, smooth, white, but not
glossy ; umbones small, situate nearest to one side, and slightly
bent; hinge with two broad, erect, laminated teeth in one
valve, these stand obliquely outwards from the beak, and some-
what distant from each other, between these, and immediately
under the umbo, is a slight triangular cavity for sustaining the
cartilage ; opposite valve with a triangular hiatus, situate imme-
diately below the umbo, for the reception of the opposite teeth.
Length an eighth of an inch; breadth rather more.
Found in Saleomb Bay, burrowing in decayed thick oyster
shells.
7. TELumya sussrriata, pl. XL, f. 23. Sy0 777
Tellimya substriata, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 23 entcaita abs
striata, Turton, Biv., p. 59, pl. 11, £9, 10; Ligula substriata,
Montagu, Sup., p. 25.
Shell subovate, somewhat oblique, a little inflated, slightly
contracted in the middle of the valves, subpellucid, white,
sometimes with a ferruginous tinge; umbones prominent,
straight, and not quite central; one side short and narrowed,
the opposite ample and rounded; surface covered with elevated,
distant, nearly obsolete strie ; hinge with a cleft side tooth, a
narrow grooved tooth on the opposite side, and a_ hiatus
between them, immediately under the umbo; teeth in the
opposite valve very indistinct, if any, with a central triangular
hiatus. Diameter about the tenth of an inch.
Found attached to corallines, on the Devonshire coast; and
to spines of the Echinus purpureus, to which they are attached
by slender filamentary processes, emanating from the middle of
the margin.
Section III.—Ligament internal; shell gaping at the sides.
Genus 34.—Mactra—Linneus.
Shell generally thin, sometimes thick; equivalve, for the most
part nearly equilateral, and more or less regularly triangular ;
slightly gaping at one end, and almost imperceptibly so at the
other; each valve with one V shaped cardinal tooth, the point
being next the umbo, diverging from it, and in some species
the limbs are disunited at the base, so as to give the appearance
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of two distinct teeth; close on the posterior side is situate a
very thin, sharp tooth; immediately behind the angular tooth
is placed the pit for the reception of the ligament, and project-
ing somewhat within the shell; one valve with two lateral teeth
on each side, and one on both sides in the other, diverging from
the beaks, near the margin of the shell, and fitting into the
space between the two in the opposite valve; two lateral,
remote, muscular impressions; pallial impression with a small
sinus; ligament consisting of two portions, the one considerably
larger than the other and internal, and the other half external ;
two strong, lateral, muscular impressions in each valve; pallial
impression interrupted by a small sinus.
Section 1.—Lateral teeth smooth ; shell fragile.
1. Macrra Gravea, pl. XLI, f. 1.
Mactra glauca, First Ed., pl. 15, f. 1; Montagu, p.
Donovan, IV, .pl. 125; Turton, Biv., p. 73; Fleming, p.
Mactra helvacea, Lamarck, V, p. 473.
Shell subtriangular, thin; anterior side slightly wrinkled;
umbones somewhat obtuse, a little reflected, with a narrow
intervening gap; surface of a cream-yellow colour, very finely
striated transversely, and with irregular, broad and narrow glau-
cous radiations of a pale brown-colour ; inside of a pale cream-
colour, or purple; margins thin, and sharp.
Found on the coast of Cornwall; but I am not aware that
any living specimens have been met with, the locality not
having been yet detected.
2. Mactrra Sruttorum, pl. XLI, f. 2.
Mactra Stultorwm, First Ed., pl. 15, f.2; Montagu, p. 94;
Donovan, III, pl. 106; Turton, Biv., p.72; Maton and Rackett,
p- 69.
Shell subtriangular, thin, semipellucid; umbones central,
rather prominent, and frequently of a purplish hue; sides nearly
equal; surface covered with a yellowish-brown, or fawn-coloured
epidermis, frequently of a cream-colour, beneath which the shell
is elegantly radiated with deeper brown, or brownish-purple,
irregular in number, some broad, others narrow, and frequently
with transverse zones of a paler colour; inside pale lilac, which
frequently penetrates to the outside, giving it the same cast of
colour; when the epidermis is removed, it is found to be
covered with faint, somewhat irregular, transverse strie. Vary-
ing in length from an inch and a half to nearly two inches; and
in breadth from one inch and three-quarters to nearly two
inches and a half.
This species is found on most of the British and Irish coasts.
Some specimens are entirely destitute of rays.
3. Macrra DEaxBeEtTa, pl. XLI, f. 8, 9.
Mactra dealbeta, First Ed., pl. 15, f. 8,9; Pulteney, Cat.
Dorset, p. 31; Montagu, p. 95, pl. 5, f. 1; Maton and Rackett,
p- 68, pl. 1, f. 10; Fleming, p. 429.
Shell transversely ovate, thin, fragile, moderately inflated ;
umbones not quite central, but situate nearer the larger side ;
gaping a little at the narrower side; colour grayish or brownish-
white, very finely striated concentrically, and with a few coarser
transverse wrinkles; middle tooth in one valve broad, cleft, and
angulated close to the beak; lateral teeth not very remote ;
inside glossy, white; margin plain, with a sharp edge.
Found at Weymouth, by Mr. Bryer, but is extremely rare ;
if it is not merely a variety of A/. Stultorwm.
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428
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Section I1.—Lateral teeth striated ; the shell strong.
4, Macrra souipa, pl. XLI, f. 3, 4.
Mactra solida, First Ed., pl. 15, f. 3,4; Montagu, p. 92;
Donovan, II, pl. 61 and 126; Turton, Biv. p.67; Fleming,
p- 426.
Shell subtriangular, strong; sides nearly equal; umbones
almost central; lateral teeth large, prominent, and striated ;
surface white, or yellowish-white, with a few concentric ridges.
General length an inch and a half; breadth an inch and three-
quarters; although it not unfrequently attains the size of our
figure.
Not unfrequent on many of the sandy shores of Britain and
Treland ; it lurks a few inches below the surface.
5. Mactra truncata, pl. XLI, f. 5.
Mactra truncata, First E:d., pl. 15, f.5; Montagu, Sup.,, p.
34; Turton, Biv., p.68; Fleming, p. 427; Mactra subtruncata,
Donoyan, IV, pl. 126.
Shell triangular, very strong, thick, and nearly smooth, but
with a few remote, transverse, nearly obsolete lines of growth ;
sides nearly equal, considerably flattened, and truncated; um-
bones rather prominent; colour yellowish-white. Ordinary
length an inch and a half; breadth an inch and three-quarters.
Some Conchologists consider this as a mere modification of
M. solida, but we possess it from the smallest size to the
adult, and the same form is preserved in all its stages. It
differs also from the latter species in the pallial sinus being
broader, and does not run so far into the shell; it is invariably
stronger.
Plentiful in the Frith of Forth, of a large size; and is not un-
frequently met with on many of the British and Irish coasts.
6. Macrra sustruncata, pl. XLI, f. 7.
Mactra subtruncata, First Ed., pl. 15, f. 7; Montagu, p. 93;
Ib., Sup., p. 34, pl. 27, f. 1; Turton, Biv., p. 70; Fleming, p.
427; Forbes, p.48; Mactra Stultorwm, Pennant, pl. 52, f. 42.
Shell subtriangular, strong, moderately convex; umbones
large, prominent, placed considerably to one side, and nearly
straight; the shorter side rounded, the other produced, and a
little pointed; the anterior side so much flattened below the
umbones, that it presents an elongated, cordiform shape, when
viewed straight in front ; external surface yellowish-white, with
pretty strong, transverse stri, and sometimes with inequidis-
tant, strongly marked lines of growth; inside smooth, yellowish-
white. Length rarely exceeding three-quarters of an inch;
breadth an inch.
Common on most sandy shores.
7. Macrra striata, pl. XLI, f. 10.
Mactra striata, First Ed., pl. 15, f. 10; Brown, Ency. Brit.,
VI, p. 471.
Shell transversely elongated, rather strong; umbones small,
subcentral; anterior side subdepressed, and rounded ; posterior
side elongated, and suboyate, its superior line gently arcuated, as
well as the basal margin; surface brownish-yellow, covered with
strong, transverse, equidistant strie; inside smooth, white.
This species bears a strong similitude to M/. subtruncata, but
differs in the posterior side being less acute, the umbones being
much smaller in proportion to the size of the shell, in the striae
assuming nearly the character of ribs, and in the shell being
considerably larger.
MOLLUSCA.
[Macrracga.
I procured this species in Lough Strangford, County of
Down, Ireland.
8. Macrra Exuiptica, pl. XLI, f. 6.
Mactra elliptica, First Ed. pl. 15, f. 6; Forbes, p. 48.
Shell transverse, rather thin, elliptical, or slightly subtrian-
gular; sides nearly equilateral, and slightly rounded; umbones
nearly central, very much depressed; cardinal margin promi-
nent ; surface covered with a thin, yellowish-brown, glossy epi-
dermis, beneath which the shell is nearly smooth, or obsoletely
striated transversely, which, however, can only be seen by the
aid of a strong lens; teeth similar to the other species of this
section, but much smaller in proportion to the size of the shell;
inside smooth, white, and glossy.
This shell was mistaken for the young of JZ. solida, but its
more elliptical form, its epidermis, and thinness, at once distin-
guish it from that species; which characters it preserves in all
stages of growth.
Found frequently in the Frith of Forth, and can readily be
procured at Cramond Island, at low water. Forbes found it on
the north coast, Isle of Man.
Genus 35.—Mactrina.—Brown.
Shell subtriangular, equivalve, nearly equilateral; umbones
nearly central; left valve with a strong, central, triangular,
slightly bifid tooth, which locks into a corresponding pit in the
opposite valve; on each side of which are triangular, transverse
pits, for the reception of two small, depressed, cardinal teeth in
the right valve; ligament external; two strong muscular impres-
sions in each valve; pallial impression entire.
1. Macrrina Triancuuaris, pl. XL, f. 25.
Mactrina triangularis, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 25; Brown,
Conch. Text Book, p. 140, pl. 18, f. 30; Goodallia triangularis,
Turton, Biy., p. 77, pl. 6, f. 14; Fleming, p. 429; Forbes, p.
48; Mactra triangularis, Montagu, p. 99, pl. 3, f. 5.
Shell elongated, subtriangular, strong; sides a little unequal;
umbones prominent, obtuse; white, subopaque, smooth; hinge
with a large, bifid, central, strong, cardinal tooth, in one valve,
and a pit on each side; opposite valve with a triangular, central
pit, for the reception of the tooth in the other valve, and a
small tooth on each side of the pit, which lock into the cor-
responding pits; inside rather dull white; the margin strongly
crenated. Length one-eighth of an inch; breadth somewhat
less.
Found in sand at Falmouth Harbour; Portmarnock, Ireland;
and Dunbar, Scotland; very rare; and on the Manx coast, by
Professor Forbes.
2. Macrrina minutissima, pl. XLII, f. 25, 26.
Goodallia minutissima, Turton, Biv., p. 77, pl. 6, f. 155; Fle-
ming, p. 429; Forbes, p. 48; Mactra minutissima, Montagu,
Sup., p- 37.
Shell rather strong, subtriangular, white, and almost smooth ;
umbones prominent, nearly central; sides very flat; basal mar-
gin nearly parallel, but gently rounded at each extremity; hinge
strong; two cardinal teeth in one valve, with an intermediate,
pretty large, central cavity for the reception of the large, cardi-
nal, triangular tooth with which the opposite valve is provided ;
inside smooth, glossy; margin plain. Somewhat less than a
quarter of an inch in length.
—
Myaria. |
This species might easily be mistaken for the young of M.
triangularis, but will be distinguished from that shell in being
less angulated, in wanting crenulations on the margin, and its
breadth proportionably greater; it is, besides, a considerably
smaller shell.
Found on the coast of Cornwall, the Western coasts, and in
Ireland. Forbes says it inhabits the byssi of Modioli from deep
water off Douglas, Isle of Man.
Genus 36.—LurTrari1a.—Lamarck.
Shell equivalve, inequilateral, thin, transversely ovate or
oblong; open at both sides; the posterior side generally the
longer, and always gaping more than the other; one valve with
two thin, laminar teeth, one of which is sometimes compound ;
the opposite valve with three teeth, the central one compound
in some instances, and the posterior one slender and com-
pressed; ligament internal, situate in a deltoidal, oblique, inter-
nally projecting, spoon-shaped pit, with a prominent margin
placed next to the teeth in each valve; two distant, lateral,
muscular impressions; pallial impression with a very large
sinus, lying transversely in most species.
1. Lurraria ELLIPTica, pl. XLIII, f. 2, 3.
Lutrarvia elliptica, First Ed., pl. 12, f. 2, 3; Lamarck, V, p.
468; Turton, p. 65; Forbes, p. 54; Lutraria vulgaris, Fle-
ming, p- 464; Pennant, IV, p. 92, pl. 52, f.44; Montagu, p.
99; Donovan, II, pl. 58.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, thin, compressed; longer
side with a shallow groove, emanating from the base of the
umbones, and terminating on the margin, over which there are
some irregular striw-like lines, which when the epidermis is
remoyed, present the appearance of being scratched by a file ;
umbones small, placed near to one side; surface with fine, nearly
obsolete, irregular, concentric stria, or grooves, and irregularly
wrinkled transversely, these are shallow on the disks, but
stronger and more decided towards the sides, covered with a
pretty strong epidermis, of a drab-colour, rarely approaching to
fawn; sometimes with a few indications of lines of growth, and
in some these assume the appearance of nearly obsolete ridges,
particularly towards the shorter side; inside smooth, bluish-
white; and gaping at both sides.
Found on many of the British coasts with a sandy bottom,
especially at the influx of rivers.
Fig. 3 is a very thick shell, in proportion to its size, which I
figured from the collection of Sir John Trevelyan, Bart., at
Wallington, Northumberland.
2. Lurraria SoLenorpeEa, pl. XLIII, f. 1.
Lutraria Solenoidea, First Ed., pl. 12, f. 1; Lamarck, V, p.
468; Lutraria oblonga, Turton, Biv., p. 64, pl. 5, f. 6; Lutra-
ria hians, Fleming, p. 465; Psammophila Solenoidea, Leach,
MSS., p.6; Mactra hians, Montagu, p. 101; Donovan, III,
pl. 140.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, greatly inequilateral; um-
bones small, depressed; surface with rugose, concentric wrin-
kles, which prevail most at the posterior side, covered with
an opaque, dark brown, thick, dusky epidermis, sometimes
of a reddish tinge; hinge provided with one flattened tooth,
which is grooved on the fore part, and locks between two
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MOLLUSCA. 109
in the opposite valve, the smallest of which is cleft; the car-
tilage pit is large and triangular; inside smooth, white, with
an elevated, transverse ridge, situate on the upper side of the
posterior muscular impression ; gaping considerably at the pos-
terior side.
An extremely local species, but is said to be not uncommon
at the influx of the river between Truro and Falmouth, in
Cornwall; and has been found on the Dorset coast.
3. Lurraria compressa, pl. XLIII, f. 4.
Lutraria compressa, First Ed., pl. 12, f. 4; Lamarck, V, p-
469; Listeria compressa, Turton, Biy., p- 51, pl. 5, f. 1, 2;
Abra compressa, Leach, MSS., p.6; Amphidesma compressum,
Fleming, p. 432; Mactra Listeri, Gmelin, p- 3261; Mactra
compressa, Montagu, p. 96; Tellina plana, Donovan, II, pl.
645 fi. 17
Shell transversely subovate and subtriangular, thin, brittle,
much compressed ; umbones not quite central, and rather ob-
tuse; anterior side well rounded ; posterior side a little longer
than the other, and slightly acuminated; external surface of a
dull yellowish-white, covered with pretty strong, transverse
strie-like wrinkles ; cartilage cavity large, triangular ; primary
teeth small, a single one which locks into a cleft tooth in the
opposite valve; inside smooth, white, and rather dull; pallial
sinus yery large, occupying nearly a half of the interior surface ;
margin plain.
A common species on most of the British coasts, and prevails
at the mouths of rivers.
Section IV.—CrassIPEDEs.
The mouth united in front, or partly so; foot thick, and
situate posteriorly ; shells gaping when closed.
Famity VIII.—Myaria.
Shells with a broad, spoon-like tooth in one or both valves;
gaping at both extremities; in most instances with an external
ligament and internal cartilage.
Genus 37.—Turacta—Leach.
Shell very thin, transverse, inequivalve, inequilateral, one
valve usually more conyex than the other; umbones generally
obtuse, and subcentral; hinge with a broad, transverse, fre-
quently thickened tooth in both valves, and an obliquely trian-
gular pit in the centre, in which the cartilage is situate; surface
covered with a very thin epidermis; two well-marked, but dis-
similar muscular impressions in both valves; pallial impression
interrupted by an arcuated sinus, at the posterior side, which is
truncated.
1. Turacta DEctivis, pl. XLIV, f. 5.
Anatina declivis, First Ed., pl. 11, f.5; Anatina pubescens,
Turton, Biy., p. 45, pl. 4, f. 1, 2; Thracia declivis, Leach,
MSS., p. 5; Mya pubescens, Montagu, p. 40; Donovan, II, pl.
82; Amphidesma convexum, Fleming, p. 431.
Shell thin, brittle, transversely oblong-ovate; umbones large,
very obtuse, and not quite central, that of the larger valve with
a hiatus for the reception of the beak of the other valve, and
to permit the opening of the shell; posterior side rounded ;
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anterior side truncated, with a shallow, oblique furrow running
near to the hinge line, most deeply defined in the convex
yalve; basal line nearly parallel; surface of a sand-colour,
strongly wrinkled, and slightly and irregularly striated concen-
trically; when viewed through a lens presenting the appear-
ance of shagreen, and feels very rough to the touch; behind
the cartilage side one valve turns upwards, and embraces the
edges of that opposite; hinge with one broad, very strong,
thickened, complicated, bipartite, horizontal, tooth-like plate
in each yalve, to which the cartilage is attached, that of the
convex yalye sunk below the level of the hinge line, and in
the flat valve almost entirely exposed above it; inside white,
and glossy.
Found on the Devonshire coast of a large size, but is a very
local species.
2. Turacia convexa, pl. XLIV, f. 3.
Anatina convexa, First Ed., pl. 11, f. 3; Turton, Biv., p.
44, pl. 4, f. 1, 2; Mya convexa, Wood, Gen. Conch., p. 92, pl.
18, f.1; Brown, Ency. Brit. 6th Ed., VI, p. 404; Thracia
convexa, Leach, MSS., p. 5; Amphidesma convexum, Fleming,
p- 431.
Shell subtriangular, very convex, and extremely brittle; um-
bones obtuse, placed nearly central, a little inflected, and almost
touching each other; sides rapidly descending, the posterior one
rounded, anterior one truncated; the truncation bounded by
an elevated ridge, which takes its rise from the beaks, and ter-
minates on the basal margin, which is a little arcuated ; surface
of a sand-colour, concentrically wrinkled, obsoletely and irregu-
larly striated, and very indistinctly granulated; dentary plate
obliquely elevated, narrow, with several longitudinal furrows for
the reception of the cartilage; inside smooth, white, or pale
reddish-brown.
In the adult shell the umbones are so very contiguous, that
they only permit the valves to open to a small extent, not
more than half an inch.
Found on the Devonshire and Welsh coasts, and also in
Ireland; and odd valves are frequently met with at Cramond
Island, Frith of Forth; Turton mentions Paington Sands. It
is an extremely local species.
3. Turacia puBESCENS, pl. XLIV, f. 6.
Anatina villosiuscula, First Ed., pl. 11, f. 6; Macgillivray,
Phil. Journ., 1827, pl. 1, f. 10, 11; Anatina declives, Turton,
Biv., p- 473 Afya declivis, Montagu, pl. 1, f. 25 Amphidesma
declive, Fleming, p. 432.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, compressed, thin ; umbones
placed to one side; posterior side much rounded; anterior side
contracted, and truncated; an elevated ridge emanates from
below the umbones, and terminates at the base of the trunca-
tion; one central, flat, transverse tooth in each valve; external
surface with a fine pubescent appearance, when viewed through
a strong lens.
Found in Dublin Bay, the Dorsetshire coast, and Frith of
Forth.
4, Turacia ovata, pl. XLIV, f. 4.
Anatina ovalis, First Ed., pl. 11, f. 4.
Shell transversely ovate, subtriangular ; umbones nearly cen-
tral, very obtuse, and not inflected; sides almost equally round,
but very slightly truncated on the anterior one; hinge with a
narrow, transverse tooth; surface a little shagreened, which,
MOLLUSCA.
{Myaria.
however, can only be seen by the aid of a strong lens; colour
pale yellowish-white ; inside white.
I found this shell at Color Cots sands, Northumberland. It
may be merely an accidental variety of 7. declivis.
5. Turacia pistorta, pl. XLIV, f. 7.
Anatina distorta, First Ed., pl. 11, f. 7; Turton, Biv., p. 48,
pl. 4, f.5; Mya distorta, Montagu, p. 42, pl. 1, f. 1; Amphi-
desma distortum, Fleming, p. 432.
Shell rather convex, transversely subovate, thin, fragile,
rugose, and distorted, particularly towards the base of the
valves; umbones straight, placed considerably to one side;
shorter side well rounded, the other considerably acuminated ;
hinge with a broad, triangular, slightly hollow tooth in both
valves; inside white.
Found at Plymouth, South Devon, and at several places on
the Irish coast.
6. Turacra TRuNcATA, pl. XLII, f. 28.
Anatina truncata, Turton, Biv., p. 46, pl. 4, f. 6.
Shell convex, cuneiform, subquadrangular; anterior side des-
cending in an acute angle from the umbones, which are situate
near to that side; posterior side long, with the superior or hinge
line very flat, and abruptly truncated; basal margin nearly
parallel; surface pale yellowish-brown, transversely striate; teeth
projecting somewhat obliquely inwards.
Found in the interior of rocks at Torbay.
7. ‘THRACIA BREVIROSTRA, pl. XLIV, f. 11, 12, 13, 14.
Anatina brevirostra, Brown, Edin. Journ. Nat. and Geo.
Science, I, p. 11, pl. 1, f. 1, 2, 3,4; Nera brevirostra, Gray.
Shell very convex, transversely oblong-ovate; posterior side
rounded; anterior side abruptly tapering to an acuminated,
abbreviated beak; umbones small, pointed, and slightly inflected
towards the anterior side; exterior surface covered with a rich
fawn-coloured epidermis, with a slight metallic lustre, beneath
which the shell is provided with nearly obsolete, transverse
striae ; hinge with one large, elevated, recurved, cardinal tooth
in the right valve, which fits under the edge of the superior
margin in the left; cartilage fixed in central pits beneath the
umbones ; inside pale purple, darker towards the extremities;
margins plain. Length three-eighths of an inch; breadth up-
wards of half an inch. ®
This interesting species was discovered in the Frith of Forth,
by James Gerard, Esq.; and I afterwards met with it near Port
Seaton. It is also said to have been found on the Northum-
berland coast.
Genus 38.—LEerton.—Turton.
Shell compressed, transversely elongated, or nearly orbicular,
equivalve, and slightly inequilateral, gaping a little at the sides ;
umbones nearly central, and yery slightly inflected; hinge of
one valve with a central, erect, primary tooth, situate between
two hollows, from both sides of the hinge emanate a nearly
straight, transverse rib, lying a little way within the margin,
upon each of which rests a small tooth-like process, not very
remote from the hinge, the rib on one of the sides is furnished
with a small, internal, oblique, spoon-shaped cavity ; the other
yalve is destitute of primary teeth, but with a large, central,
triangular hiatus for the reception of the tooth of the opposite
valve ; on each side of which are lateral teeth, cleft their whole
Myarta. |
length, forming acute angles, their origin close to the cardinal
hiatus, with the inner limb continued by a rib similar to that
on the opposite valve.
1. Lepron squamosum, pl. XL, f. 7.
Psammobia punctura, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 7; Lepton squa-
mosum, Turton, Biv., p. 62, pl. 6, f. 1, 2, 3; Fleming, p-
429; Solen squamosus, Montagu, p. 565; Maton and Rackett,
p- 48.
Shell compressed, a little transversely elongated; both sides
equally rounded; pellucid, thin, and white; whole surface
covered with minute and thickly studded punctures, having
much the appearance of shagreen when viewed through a
strong lens; inside smooth, glossy, white, with obscure, longitu-
dinal, radiating strie, diverging from the hinge. Length four-
tenths of an inch; breadth half an inch.
First met with in sand from Salcomb Bay; ‘Turton mentions
Torbay; and Mr. Lyons found it at Tenby.
2. LEpTON NITIDUM.
Lepton nitidum, Turton, Biv., p. 63.
“Shell glossy, slightly striate transversely.
“Shell half the size of the last, which it resembles in shape
and hinge, but is of a lucid, pale, glossy horn-colour, without
punctures.
“From coralliues, in Torbay.”— Turton.
Genus 39.—Macpata.—Leach.
Shell generally thin, transverse, inequivalve, inequilateral,
gaping at the anterior side; hinge with a transverse, heart-
shaped, unattached plate-like tooth, to which both valves are
united by a small cavity on which this laminar plate is seated,
and fixed by a ligamentary process; destitute of lateral teeth;
ligament internal.
1. Macpata striata, pl. XLIV, f. 1, 2, and 10.
Magdala striata, First Ed., pl. 11, f. 1, 2, and 10; Aya
Norwegica, Wood, Cat., p. 11; Fleming, p. 463; Mya pellu-
cida, Brown, Wernerian Mem., II, p. 504, pl. 24, f. 1; Lyonsia
striata, Turton, Biv., p. 35, pl. 3, f. 6, 7.
Shell thin, subpellucid, transversely oblong; hinge line nearly
parallel; anterior side shortest, and well rounded; posterior side
truncated, gaping, and with the edges reflected; from the base
of the truncation the shell abruptly obliques, until it reaches
the basal line; umbones not quite central, very obtuse, and
straight; surface covered with a thin, olivaceous epidermis, with
pretty strong, concentric wrinkles, which are more strongly
developed at the sides, especially the truncated one, where
they are rugose and sharp; beneath the epidermis the shell
is thickly beset with fine, longitudinal, slightly waved strizx,
which is less strong towards the disks of the valves; inside
of a rich pearlaceous hue, exhibiting iridescent reflections.
Length about five-eighths of an inch; breadth an inch and a
quarter.
First discovered by Miss Hutchins, in Bantry Bay, Ireland,
has since been found at Warren Point; at Tenby, Wales; and
the Western coasts of England.
MOLLUSCA.
ill
Genus 40.—MyatTE.ita.—Brown.
Shell thin, transversely oblong-ovate, inequilateral; hinge line
nearly parallel, truncated at one side; hinge with a large, single,
erect, spear-shaped tooth in one yalve, resting upon a corres-
ponding cavity in the cardinal region of the other valve; mar-
gins smooth and even.
1. Myatreitra Montacul, pl. XL, f. 26, 27.
Hiatella striata, First Ed., pl. 16, f. 26, 27; Myatella stri-
ata, Brown, Conch. Text Book, p. 142, pl. 16, f. 12 and 30;
Mya striata, Montagu, Linn. Trans., XI, p. 188, pl. 13, f. 1 a ;
Lyonsia striata, Turton, Biv., p. 35.
Shell transversely elongated, thin, semitransparent; umbones
short, obtuse, and situated nearest the posterior or truncated
side, which is shortest; anterior side rounded; whole surface
covered with a very thin, olivaceous epidermis, beneath which
the shell is finely striated longitudinally, and is of a pearly hue;
inside smooth, pearlaceous, and exhibiting nacred reflections.
Length half an inch; breadth an inch.
Discovered in Tenbay-bay, by Mr. George Lyons.
It is not without considerable hesitation that I have instituted
this genus, but I think it impossible that so accurate an observer
as Montagu could describe the tooth of this shell as fixed, if it
had not been so. Our figures are copied from his. Dr. Fle-
ming says he followed Turton in bringing together the syno-
nims, but with considerable hesitation.
Genus 4]1.—Mya.—Linneus.
Shell transverse, nearly equivalve, gaping at both extremities,
but widest at the posterior side; one valve with a large, com-
pressed, dilated, hollow, spoon-shaped, perpendicular, vertically
projecting tooth; the opposite valve destitute of teeth; the
cartilage placed in a narrow suture; two lateral, distant, large,
muscular impressions, the anterior one narrow, and the posterior
almost orbicular; pallial impression with a large sinus; ligament
internal, large, and fixed in the cavity of the tooth in one valve,
and to a large subumbonal cicatrix in the other.
1. Mya arenarta, pl. XLV, f. 1.
Mya arenaria, First Ed., pl. 10, f. 1; Montagu, p. 30;
Donovan, II, pl. 85; Lamarck, V, p. 461; Turton, Biv., p.
32; Fleming, p. 463.
Shell strong, transversely oblong-oval, and moderately con-
vex; umbones rather large, prominent, nearly central, and not
incurved; one side more ample and rounded than the other,
which is somewhat acuminated, and pointed at the extremity ;
external surface generally with concentric wrinkles and irregular
strie, mostly of a brownish sand-colour, but differing considera-
bly from various localities, as well as from the age of the shell;
one valve with a broad, thick, perpendicular tooth, provided
with a large spoon-like cavity for the reception of the cartilage,
and another smaller one by its side; opposite valve destitute of
teeth; inside glossy, white.
Inhabits many of the British and Irish coasts, particularly at
the mouths of rivers.
2. Mya truneata, pl. XLV, f. 2.
Mya truncata, First Ed., pl. 10, f.2; Montagu, p. 32; Dono-
van, III, pl. 92; Maton and Rackett, p. 35; Turton, Biy., p.
31; Forbes, p. 54.
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Shell strong, convex, subovate; umbones subcentral, or situate
nearest the greatly truncated and shorter side, and which gapes
widely ; anterior side well rounded; hinge line nearly parallel ;
basal line hollow; external surface with numerous, concentric
wrinkles, covered with a yellowish-brown or drab-coloured epi-
dermis, extending upwards of half an inch beyond the open
end, in which situation the sides of the valves are a litile
reflected; hinge with a broad, erect, strong, complicated tooth,
with a spoon-like triangular cavity for the reception of the car-
tilage, and several folds on the side; inside smooth, white.
A common shell on almost all the coasts of Britain and Ire-
land; it lurks in sand to the depth of three or four inches.
Famiry IX—SoLzenipes.
Shells transversely elongated, destitute of accessory pieces,
gaping at the lateral extremities; ligament external.
Genus 42.—Psnopzs— Mesnard.
Equivalve, oval, mequilateral, gaping unequally at both extre-
mities ; hinge with an acute, primary tooth in each valve, and a
large callosity near the umbones, supporting the ligament; two
distant, oval, muscular impressions; pallial impression with a
large sinus; ligament large, external, adhering to an ample, pro-
minent fulcrum.
1. Psanopza Giycimenris, pl. XLVI, f. 1.
Panopea Glycimeris, First Ed. pl. 10,* £1; Mya Glyc-
meris, Donovan, IV, pl. 142; Maton and Rackett, p. 34; Mon-
tagu, Sap. p- 19.
Shell transversely elongated, very thick, and undulous; with
transverse wrinkles, and gaping widely at both extremities;
umbones large, elevated, obtuse, and nearly straight; general
colour of a cinereous or ochraceous hue; hinge with a large,
very thick, primary tooth, and a smaller one beside it, with
several transverse folds.
First discovered between the Dogger Bank and Eastern
coast of England; Turton gives as a locality Teignmouth; and
Mr. Bean, of Scarborough, obtained one alive by dredging, off
the coast of Scarborough, and also a dead specimen.
Genus 43—SoLten—Linnzus.
Shell equivalve, transversely elongated, subcylindrical, pro-
digiously inequilateral; umbones nearly terminal, situate close
to the anterior side, and gaping widely at both extremities;
truncated, or subtruncated, sometimes rounded; hinge linear,
with several small cardinal teeth, various in form, often acute
and recurved; lateral teeth somewhat elongated and crooked;
muscular impressions distant, tongue-shaped, the anterior one
jomed a little behind the umbones; the posterior one irregular
and suboval; pallial impression elongated, straight and bifurcated
behind; ligament long and exterior; external surface covered
with a thick, horny epidermis.
1. Soren Sizieus, pl. XLVIL f. 3, 3.
Solen Siliqua, First Ed, pl. 13. £. 3; Montagu, p. 46; Dono-
van, II, pL 46; Turton, Biv., p. 80, pl. 6, f.5; Fleming, p.
459; Forbes, p. 55.
MOLLUSCA.
[SoLenipEs.
Shell subcylindrical, straight, greatly inequilateral, obliquely
truncated, and open at both sides; hinge situate at one side,
near the extremity, with a single, thin, compressed, upright
tooth in one valve, and an elongated, remote, lateral lamina; the
other valve with two teeth, a primary and a lateral inclined one,
corresponding with the lateral lamina; surface covered with an
olivaceous-brown, strong epidermis, excepting on the greatly
lengthened, diagonal, triangular area, which takes its rise at the
umbones, and terminates on the opposite side, on this space the
epidermis is thinner, and frequently of a lilac hue; beneath the
epidermis the shell is cinereous, and streaked with pale lilac or
white; the lower area is striated transversely, with distinct lines
of growth, both of which suddenly cross the area longitudinally,
and define the divisions on the surface; inside dull white, fre-
quently tinged with purple. Varying from an inch to an inch
and a quarter in length; and from seven to eight inches in
breadth. I found a specimen at Holy Island measuring twelve
inches.
Inhabits most of the shores of Britam and Ireland, near low
water-mark, burrowing to the depth of a foot in the sand, which
it penetrates with astonishing rapidity.
2. Soren Vaerna, pl. XLVI, f. 2, 2.
Solen Vagina, First Ed. pl. 13, f. 2; Montagu, p. 48 and
565; Ib. Sup. p. 25; Turton, Biv. p. 79, pl. 6, f. 4; Fleming,
p- 458; Solen marginatus, Donovan, IV, pl. 110.
Shell straight, nearly cylindrical, truncated at both ends, that
next the hinge somewhat oblique, reflected, and provided
with a pretty deep, longitudinal furrow, emanating from the
exterior side of the umbones, widening as it descends, and ter-
minating on the margin; a lateral, triangular area takes its rise
on the superior or hinge line, at the umbones, and terminates
on the posterior side, occupying about half the area of the
shell, and dividing it, as it were, into two lengthened triangles;
whole surface covered with rather close, irregular striz, these
run horizontally on the lower area, and at their junction with
the superior area, turn suddenly perpendicularly, and being
reflected near the hinge line, terminate on the margin; a
fine, rather thin, drab-coloured epidermis invests the entire
shell, which, however, is frequently of an orange or ferru-
ginous-colour near the umbones, extending considerably be-
yond the basal margin, and posterior side; umbones situate
close to the anterior side; hinge with a single, compressed,
elevated tooth in each valve, which lie close to each other
when the valves are shut; destitute of lateral teeth; a large,
lateral, and thickened lamina takes its rise from the base of
the cardinal teeth in both valves, these are acute at both
extremities; imside smooth, glossy, and of a purplish-white
tinge. Ordinary length about three-quarters of an inch;
breadth about four inches: although it frequently considerably
exceeds that size.
This is a very local species, and has been found near Lang-
hare, Caermarihenshire; Red Wharf, Anglesey; Weymouth;
and is frequently met with in Dublin Bay, Portmarnock, Bal-
briggin, and Western coasts, Ireland.
3. Soren Licona, pl. XLVII, f 2.*
Solen Ligula, Turton, Biv. p. 81, pl. 6, f. 6.
“ Shell straight, in one valve a single, compressed, obtuse,
slightly cloven tooth, and two in the other."— Turton.
PHOLADARIA. |
Turton says that this shell in every respect resembles Solen
Siliqua, except in the teeth; in the S. Ligula the single tooth
is compressed, rounded, obtuse at the top, and slightly cleft.
Turton found it plentiful in the sands at Tor Abbey, where
at low water-mark it may easily be obtained alive.
4. Soren Ensis, pl. XLVII, f. 10, 10.
Solen Ensis, First Ed., pl. 13, f. 10; Montagu, p. 48; Dono-
van, II, pl. 50; Turton, Biv., p. 82; Fleming, p. 458; Forbes,
p- 56.
Shell considerably arcuated, subcylindrical, truncated at both
extremities; the anterior side oblique; a triangular area takes
its rise close to the umbonal region, and terminates on the
opposite side; striated and coloured like S. Siliqua; hinge
with a single, lateral, cardinal tooth in one valve, locking be-
tween two teeth in the opposite valve, which is provided with
a strong, elevated, slightly recurved, cleft, lateral tooth for the
reception of the opposite simple one; strong, elevated, lateral
lamina, with a rounded termination, in both valves, take their
rise close to the base of the cardinal teeth, extending to nearly
a fourth of the breadth of the shell; inside bluish-white.
General length three-quarters of an inch; breadth about five
inches: but specimens of much greater dimensions have been
found in Ireland and the Orkney Islands.
Not uncommon on many of the sandy shores of Britain and
Treland.
5. SoLEN PELLUcIDUs, pl. XLVII, f. 4.
Solen pygmeus, First Ed., pl. 13, f. 4; Lamarck, V, p. 452;
Solen pellucidus, Montagu, p. 49; Donovan, V, pl. 153; Tur-
ton, Biv., p. 83; Fleming, p. 459.
Shell slightly arcuated, compressed, fragile, subpellucid ;
rounded at both extremities; covered with a very thin, yellow-
ish-green epidermis, beneath which the surface is usually of a
very pale flesh-colour; umbones situate near to one side; hinge
with a single, small tooth in one valve, locking between two in
the opposite one; each valve provided with lateral teeth; in-
side white. Length a quarter of an inch; breadth somewhat
more than an inch.
A local species, found at Sandwich, Cornwall; Red Wharf,
Anglesey; Torbay, Devonshire; Portmarnock, Ireland; Porto-
bello and Musselburgh, Scotland.
Genus 44.—SoLenocurtus.—De Blainville.
Shell transverse, elongated, equivalve, subequilateral; the
hinge and basal lines nearly parallel; extremities truncated, or
rounded, and gaping; umbones hardly developed and subcen-
tral; surface invested by a very thin epidermis; hinge with or
without three rudimentary, cardinal teeth, and a prominent bar
reaching nearly half across the valves; ligament prominent,
seated upon thick callosities; two distant, rounded, muscular
impressions in each yalve, one situate towards the broader side,
the other subcentral ; pallial impression straight, with a sinus at
the broader end.
1. Sovenocurtus Lrcumen, pl. XLVI, f. 8, 9, 9.*
Solen Legumen, First Ed., pl. 13, f. 8,9; Pennant, 1V, p. 84,
pl. 46, f. 24; Montagu, p. 50; Donovan, II, pl. 53; Lamarck,
V, p- 453; Pharus Legumen, Leach, MSS., p. 6; Fleming, p.
459; Psammobia Legumen, Turton, Biv., p. 90.
2F
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Shell greatly elongated transversely, thin, and subpellucid ;
umbones subcentral, hardly perceptible ; surface smooth, with
fine, irregular, shallow, concentric stri# ; covered with a very
thin, yellowish fawn-coloured epidermis, which is frequently
decorticated towards the hinge and on the superior portions of
the shell; shorter side broad, aud gently tapering towards the
opposite extremity, where the valves are more acute, and
slightly subtruncated; hinge with two small, erect, recurved,
cardinal teeth in one valve, between which an erect, thin tooth
in the opposite valve is locked; in both valves is a parallel,
arcuated, hook-like side tooth, continued by a pretty long,
laminar process, or lateral tooth, on which the ligament is
seated; on the opposite side is a lengthened, strong ridge,
reaching from the cardinal teeth nearly to the side of the
valves; inside white, or pale flesh-colour, and glossy. General
length at hinge nearly seven-eighths of an inch; breadth four
inches: but sometimes found considerably larger.
A local species, found on the north coast of Devonshire,
Hampshire, Caermarthenshire, Swansea, of a superior size on
many of the Irish coasts, and is plentiful on the east coast,
from Cork to Belfast.
Genus 45.—Azor.—Leach.
Shell transversely oblong; umbones blunt, and situated nearly
central; gaping at both sides; hinge with one erect, elevated,
recurved tooth in one valve, which fits between two erect,
recurved teeth in the opposite one, all of which project con-
siderably above the commissure, or hinge line of the valves;
cartilage external; two large muscular impressions in both
valves ; pallial impression interrupted by an extremely large,
ascending, tongue-shaped sinus, which extends nearly to the
umbones.
1. Azor anTiquatus, pl. XLVII, f. 6, 7.
Solen antiquatus, First Ed., pl. 13, f. 6, 7; Lamarck, V, p.
454; Maton and Rackett, p. 46; Donovan, IV, pl. 114; Mon-
tagu, p.52; Donovan, 1V, pl. 114; Azor antiquatus, Leach,
MSS., p.6; Psammobia antiquata, Fleming, p. 460; Turton,
p- 913; Solen antiquatus, Solen cultellus, Pennant, IV, p. 85, pl.
46, f. 25.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, thin; umbones_ straight,
placed nearly central; sides rounded, and gaping; colour white;
covered with a moderately strong, yellowish-brown epidermis.
beneath which the surface is covered with fine, somewhat irre-
gular, concentric strie; hinge with a single, elevated, erect.
curved, reflected tooth in one valve, which locks between two
reflected teeth in the opposite one; inside smooth, glossy,
white, or bluish-white ; margin plain.
Found on the coasts of Cornwall, Dorset, Hampshire; and
Dublin Bay and Portmarnock, Ireland.
Famity X.—PuHo.apaRia.
Valves provided with accessory pieces; or gaping considera-
bly anteriorly.
Genus 46.—GaLeommMa.—Turton.
Shell thin, generally oval, equivalve, equilateral; ventral, or
basal margin gaping widely; a single, small, cardinal tooth in
each valve; two lateral, indistinct, somewhat approximate, mus-
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cular impressions, extending nearly all along the arch of the
cardinal margin ; pallial impression interrupted, but destitute of
a sinus; ligament external, linear, expanded over the outer
surface of the cardinal facets; cartilage situate in a small,
short, triangular pit, immediately under the umbones, which
are slightly prominent.
}. Gatzomma Turron, pl. XXIII, f. 15, 16.
Galeomma Turtoni, First Ed., pl. 31, f. 15, 16; Turton,
Zool. Journ., II, p. 361, pl. 13, f. 1.
Shell tumid in the middle, compressed towards the extre-
mities, which are rounded and closed; with a large oval gap at
the basal margin; hinge destitute of teeth; of a dirty or cream-
white colour; surface covered with close-set, irregular, trans-
yerse, interrupted opaque lines; umbones prominent. Length
two lines and a half; breadth not quite half an inch.
Dredged in the English Channel, by Dr. Turton.
Genus 47.—PuHo.as.—Linneus.
Shell transversely oblong, equivalve, greatly inequilateral ;
nearly the whole species gaping at both ends, and most of them
with the opening very large at the anterior end, and extending
along the basal margin; in some species, however, it is nearly
closed by a testaceous, almost smooth, somewhat tubular pro-
longation of the valves; hinge in various species with an une-
qually sized, small, recurved tooth in each valve; external
surface generally roughened with muricated striae, presenting a
rasp or file-like appearance ; most of the species provided with
a greater or lesser number of accessory valves, situate near the
fulerum of the hinge, and connected with the shell only by the
epidermis, which passes over them; each valve furnished with a
long, curved, flat, tooth-like, testaceous process, projecting from
the interior of the shell, immediately within the umbones; in
some species this is expanded, and spoon-shaped; anterior dorsal
margin near the beaks reflected, close, and flattened down upon
the umbones in some species, and in others a second margin is
produced, situate remote from the first, with the intervening
space divided by a series of transverse septa; two principal
impressions, formed by the adductor muscle, one of which is
placed on the reflected margin over the beaks, and the other
intermediate, between the umbones and the posterior side; mus-
cular impression with a large sinus in its narrower part, the im-
pression being somewhat expanded near to the sinus.
Section I—Valves divided by a longitudinal groove.
1. Puouas crispata, pl. XLVIII, f. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
Pholas crispata, First Ed., pl. 9, f. 1, 2, 3, 4,5; Montagu,
p- 23; Donovan, II, pl. 62; Ib., Pholas parvus, young shell,
pl. 69; Turton, Biv., p. 63; Fleming, p. 456; Forbes, p. 57.
Shell strong, inflated, transversely suboyal, very open at both
sides; one side rounded; the anterior one acutely beaked, at
which side the superior margins, from the umbonal region to
the extremity, are thickened, smooth, and reflected, with a
hollow behind; from the internal end of such reflection ema-
nates a longitudinal, rather deep furrow,—varying in width in
different individuals,—and terminating on the basal margin;
posterior side nearly plain, with irregular, transverse, slight
wrinkles; anterior side with numerous, thin, undulating, con-
centric wrinkles, and longitudinal, divergent grooves, producing
MOLLUSCA.
[ PHoLaparia.
a reticulated appearance; inside smooth, white, and glossy, with
an elevated, longitudinal ridge, corresponding to the external
furrow; below the umbonal region in both valves is a long,
flat, greatly curved, transverse tooth; external surface of a dull,
opaque yellowish-white, sometimes of a ferruginous hue.
Found on many of the British and Irish coasts, burrowing in
limestone or clay, its retreat being marked by a circular hole on
the surface.
2. Puoxas papyracka, pl. XLIX, f. 4, 6, 7, 9.
Pholas papyracea, First Ed., pl. 8, f. 4, 6, 7, 9; Goodall,
MSS.; Turton, Biv., p. 2, pl. 1, f. 1, 2, 3, 4; Pholas lamellata,
Fleming, p. 456; Pholadidea Loscombiana, Fleming, Conch.
Dict., p. 147.
Shell semiclavate ; anterior side yentricose, and very obtuse,
somewhat rounded, and closed when the valves are shut,
and quite smooth for about half of its surface; open and
truncate at the posterior and smaller side, which is provided
with a produced accessorial ring, of a brownish papyraceous
appearance, and extending about three-eighths of an inch
beyond the truncated termination, its diameter increasing out-
wardly; the hinder half covered with close-set, slightly oblique,
crenate ribs; near the centre of each valve is a somewhat
oblique, longitudinal groove, beyond which they are covered
with coarser and more parallel strie; inside dull white, with a
longitudinal rib corresponding with the external groove; teeth
rather short, and compressed ; on the margin above there is an
erect, slightly triangular, somewhat concave plate, much larger
in one valve, and containing a portion of the animal fold, but
destitute of a permanent ligament. Length three-quarters of
an inch; breadth eleven inches and three-quarters, including
the annular appendage.
This ring is divisable into two equal and similar parts, the
segments being united by a thin elastic membrane; the back
is provided with two accessorial appendages, with the margins
of the valves reflected at their anterior side, so as to form a
double obtuse keel, reaching as far as the longitudinal groove,
near the end of which is a kind of elevated joint, where the
accessorial valves are attached.
3. Puoras LAMELLATA, pl. XLIX, f. 10, 11.
Pholas lamellata, Turton, Biv., p. 4, pl. 1, f. 5, 6.
Shell very open anteriorly, where the valves are depressed,
slightly reflected, and produced into a beaked termination, the
margins of both valves on this side being strongly serrated, and
nearly closed posteriorly; with an erect, laminar process on the
superior margin, over the umbonal region; valves with a nearly
central, longitudinal groove, emanating from the umbones, and
terminating on the base; whole surface covered with close-set,
somewhat obliquely transverse, crenate ribs, which become
coarser and straighter beyond the longitudinal groove; inside
white, and smooth, with a longitudinal rib in the middle, cor-
responding to the external groove; teeth long, compressed, and
slender, with a triangular process above them; destitute of
accessorial valves.
This species is nearly allied to, if not a variety of the pre-
ceding shell. It was introduced by Dr. Turton, who remarks,
“Tt has been suggested to us, that a belief is entertained of
this being the young of P. papyracea. But as we have oppor-
tunities of examining each of them in every stage of their
growth, both perfect and with the valves separated, we can with
PHOLADARIA. |
confidence assert that no two species of the same genus are
more dissimilar and distinct in their essential characters. Inde-
pendently of the total want of the ring, and the large frontal
gape, the smaller end is rounded, and not as in the last species
truncate, and it has no accessorial valves. In addition, also, to
the other marks of discrimination, it may be observed, that the
valves of the Pholas papyracea are closed in front by a fine
elastic membrane, in the middle of which, near the base or
rounded extremity, is a small orifice or spiracle, which can be
closed at pleasure, and through which water is often ejected.”
4. Puotas sutcata, pl. XLVIII, f. 17, 18.
Pholas sulcata, First Ed., pl. 9, f. 17, 18.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate ; hinge line nearly parallel ;
almost equally rounded at both extremities; a thickening and
slight flexure on the superior margin, extending to the anterior
side; from the umbonal region emanate two obliquely longitu-
dinal, narrow furrows, and terminate on the basal margin, at
which point the shell is longest ; anterior to the sulci, the sur-
face is covered with close-set, waved, transverse strize; and the
posterior side with irregular, broken, concentric striae ; external
surface of a yellowish or pale brown hue; inside smooth, white,
a curved, flattened, tooth-like process under the umbones, a
small denticle at the central point of the umbonal region, and
an oblique, longitudinal rib, corresponding to the external
furrows.
This shell was found at Dunbar, and is in the collection of
David Falconer, Esq., of Carlowrie.
5. Puotas TuBercoxata, pl. XLIX, f. 12, 13.
Pholas tuberculata, Turton, Biv., p. 5, pl. 1, f. 7, 8.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate ; umbonal region nearly cen-
tral, provided with a single, oblong, accessorial valve, which is
truncate at one end, and reaches to the anterior termination,
where the valves meet; the gape or opening nearly circular ;
from the umbones a deep furrow emanates, and terminates on
the base; anterior half of the valves considerably longer than
the other, being abruptly lengthened from the mesial furrow ;
the superior side abruptly descending, terminating in a blunt
beak, the lower side of which is acutely hollowed, producing a
strongly arcuated basal line, in this half of the valves, which is
covered with close-set, oblique, undulating strie; these are
lying nearly parallel on the other half of the valves, and gra-
dually become obsolete towards the superior edge of them;
this side is rounded, and nearly closed; inside white, smooth,
with a large, rough, wrinkled tubercle, situate on the margin
above the teeth, and a longitudinal rib, corresponding to the
external groove.
The longitudinal external furrow will at once distinguish this
from P. parva.
Found at Torbay, but is a rare species.
Section II.—Valves destitute of a longitudinal furrow.
6. PuHotas pactytvs, pl. XLIX, f. 1, 2, 3.
Pholas dactylus, First Ed., pl. 8, f. 1, 2, 3; Pennant, IV, p.
76, pl. 39, f. 10; Montagu, p. 20 and 558; Donovan, IV, pl.
118; Turton, Biv., p.8; Fleming, p. 457.
Shell greatly elongated transversely ; umbonal region placed
considerably to one side, reflexed with a series of cells on the
external side, and covered with two concentrically striated
valves, which are connected longitudinally; on the posterior
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side of these is placed a long, spatuliform, plate-like, accessorial
valve, affixed by the connecting membrane; anterior side of
the valves with rough, transverse, spinous strie, terminating in
a rounded beak, with a large gape at that side; posterior side
smooth, marked with lines of growth, and terminating obtusely ;
external surface of an ochre-colour, but varying according to
the colour of the substance in which it locates; inside smooth,
white ; below the umbones, a large, flat, curved tooth.
Found on many of the British and Irish coasts, burrowing in
hard clay, marl, and the stumps of old trees.
This species is sometimes found two inches in length, and
seven in breadth.
7. Puouias canpipa, pl. XLVIIL, f. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10.
Pholas candida, First Ed., pl. 9, f. 6, 7, 8, 9, 10; Pholas
candidus, Pennant, IV, p. 76; Montagu, p. 24; Donovan, IV,
pl. 132; Fleming, p. 457; Turton, Biy., p- 10.
Shell thin, fragile, semipellucid, transversely elongated, and
white, slightly inclining to yellow, but snow-white in other spe-
cimens; both sides rounded at their extremities; umbonal
region coyered by an elongated, accessory plate, rounded at the
posterior side, and acute at the other extremity, with a hollow
groove in its centre, and obliquely striated on both sides;
umbones placed near the anterior side, which is very short ;
the other side long; surface covered with wide-set, longitu-
dinal, and transverse strie, prickly at the anterior side; hinge
reflected, and provided with a small, transverse, slightly bent
denticle in one valve; inside smooth, glossy, white, with a
slender, areuated, tooth-like process in both valves, under the
umbones.
Inhabits limestone rocks and hard clay, on many of the
coasts of Britain and Ireland.
8. Puowas Parva, pl. XLVIII, f. 11, 12.
Pholas parva, First Ed., pl. 9, f. 11, 12; Pholas parvus,
Pennant, IV, p. 77, pl. 40, f. 13; Montagu, p. 22, pl. 1, f.7, 8;
Turton, Biv., p. 9; Fleming, p. 457.
Shell rather strong, transversely oblong-ovate; rough, and
pale yellowish-brown externally ; anterior side narrowed into a
produced, somewhat curved beak, its superior margin reflexed,
and very open at the extremity ; umbones not quite central,
and covered by an elongated, spear-shaped, accessory process,
which is rounded at the posterior side, and slightly hollowed
in the centre, with arrow-shaped strie; margin of the umbo
provided with a round, smooth tubercle; external surface, at
the anterior side, longitudinally and transversely striated, but
smooth on the opposite extremity ; inside smooth, white.
This is a very local species, but is found plentifully at
Torbay. L found one specimen on the beach at St. Cyrus,
Kincardinshire.
9g. Puotas striata, pl. XLIX, f. 5, 8.
Pholas striata, First Ed., pl. 8, f. 5, 8; Montagu, p. 26;
Donovan, IV, pl. 117; Turton, Biv., p. 11; Pholas conoides,
Fleming, p. 457. :
Shell transversely conoid; the anterior side broad, very open,
covered by two shield-shaped, accessory plates, and strongly
arcuated, with echinated strie, separated from the smooth part
by a faint depressed line, and terminating in a sharp beak; the
posterior side irregularly striated transversely ; umbones placed
much to one side, and covered by a large, heart-shaped,
smooth, accessory process; by the side of which is a narrow,
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lance-shaped, longitudinal plate, joined to the membrane by
which the valves are connected, extending to nearly the pos-
terior extremity; the basal margin is provided with an elon-
gated, testaceous, accessory plate, which seems to prevent the
valves from opening, except at the extremities; inside smooth,
white, with a short, longitudinal, rounded rib, becoming more
developed as it approaches the base, crossed by rough points.
General length half an inch; breadth three-quarters.
Found on the Devonshire coast, burrowing in a piece of
rotten wood, and Dr. Turton found it in an old yard-arm of a
vessel drifted ashore at Brixham. The Pholades always per-
forate the wood across the grain, while the Teredo navalis
penetrates the wood with the grain.
Famity XI.—Tusicovaria.
Shell contained in a testaceous sheath, distinct from its
valves, incrusted entirely or in part in the wall of this tube, or
projecting outwards.
Genus 48.—TEREDO.— Linnzus.
Shell equivalve, inequilateral, and orbicular, with a subulate
process in front, and gaping at both sides; anterior opening
angular at the back, and the posterior one rounded in front ;
an elongated, curved, tooth-like process emanates from the
inside, in both valves, protruding from the umbones; anterior
muscular impression situate upon the subulate process; this
shell is placed on the anterior extremity of a testaceous, acces-
sory tube, which is secreted by the animal in its progress
through wood, and forms a lining to the perforated cavity,
becoming gradually wider as the animal advances, and is fre-
quently furnished internally with vaulted septa; aperture of
the tube round, and posteriorly divided into a double tube,
which the animal has the power of closing by means of two
palmate, sometimes pennated opercula.
1. TrrEpo navaus, pl. L, f. 1, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7.
Teredo navalis, First Ed., pl. 3, f. 1; Montagu, p. 527; Ib.,
Sup., p- 7; Donovan, V, pl. 145; Turton, Biv., p. 14, pl. 2, f.
1, 2,3; Fleming, p. 554.
Shell with the valves triangular, ear-shaped behind, and
hemispherical when closed; one valve with a curved denticle
on the margin at the umbonal region; surface of the valves
striated in various directions, each with a triangular projection
in front, inclining a little inwards, and conforming to the angu-
lar form of the valves, with a lengthened, flat, curved tooth,
projecting inwards under the hinge, in the same manner as the
Pholades; this bivalve is seated on the wider end of a thin,
white, flexuous, brittle, nearly circular, and rather abruptly
tapering tube, which is internally provided with transverse
septe, reaching half way across the tube; inside of the valves
white; the supplemental valves seated on the inside of the tube,
and near the smaller end are spatuliform, being convex exter-
nally, and concave internally; one end linear, elongated, and
straight, the other truncated.
Fig. 1 b represents a section of the lower end of the tube,
shewing the concamerated structure.
MOLLUSCA.
[Tusrconaris.
Fig. 2 is an entire tube, shewing the bivalve seated on its
wider extremity a.
Fig. 3, 4, 5, different views of the bivalve.
Fig. 6, 7, different views of the spoon-shaped appendages, or
opercules.
2. TEREDO BIPENNATA.
Teredo bipennata, Turton, Biv, p. 15; Ib., Conch. Dict., p.
184, f. 38, 39, 40; Fleming, p. 454.
Shell with the valves ear-shaped behind, and the auricles
reflected; an oblique rib on the margin, above the teeth; some-
what larger than the last; tube thicker, stronger, and destitute
of the internal concamerated partitions; and instead of the
spoon-shaped valves, provided with two very long, slender ap-
pendages, somewhat curved and feathered on each side.
Found in drifted timber at Exmouth.
3. TEREDO NANA, pl. L, f. 14, 15.
Teredo nana, Turton, Biv., p. 16, pl. 2, f.6, 7; Fleming, p.
455.
Shell with rounded valves, and destitute of auricles behind;
a strong, conic, oblique tooth on the margin, at the umbo;
valves destitute of a jointed, internal, longitudinal rib. Dia-
meter not quite an eighth of an inch.
Found burrowing in a piece of wood at Torbay.
4. TrEREDO MALEOLts, pl. L, f. 16.
Teredo maleolus, Turton, Biv., p. 255, pl. 2, f. 19; Fleming,
p- 455.
- Shell with ear-shaped valves behind, detached on their inter-
nal edge, with reflected auricles; accessorial valves mallet-
shaped, and placed transversely; anterior triangular processes
remotely striated, and few in number; tube consisting of a
light calcareous deposit on the surface of the chamber, with its
termination slightly semiconcamerated ; accessorial valves ter-
minal. Diameter a quarter of an inch.
Found in rotten wood at Torquay.
Genus 49.—GasTRocHENA.—Spengler.
Shell equivalve, inequilateral, somewhat wedge-shaped; ante-
rior side rounded, when viewed in front, posteriorly acumi-
nated, and gaping widely, its aperture being subovate, and
acute behind; hinge marginal and linear, destitute of teeth,
but in their stead a small laminated appendage, emanating from
the umbo, allied to the same tooth-like process in the genus
Pholas ; ligament external.
This shell is enclosed in a testaceous, irregular, claviform
tube, situate at its broader extremity; it is open and attenuated
anteriorly, with an oblong, bilobate aperture, which is nearly
subdivided by a projecting septum that does not quite reach
across the opening; these serve for the passage of the two
tubes of the animal; the posterior end of the tube is closed.
This club-shaped tube is found either within the perforated
cavities of rocks, or in old shells or corals, the testaceous tube
always protruding beyond the surface.
1. GastrocHzna Puoxapia, pl. XLVIII, f. 13, 14.
Gastrochena modiolina, First Ed., pl. 9, f. 13, 14; Mya
Pholadia, Montagu, p. 28 and 559; Ib., Sup., p. 20; Mya
dubia, Pennant, IV, p. 82, pl. 44, f. 19; Donovan, III, pl. 108;
Turton, Biv., p. 18; Gastrochena hians, Fleming, p. 4583 Gas-
trochena cuneiformis, Spengler, II, p. 179, f. 8, 9, 10, 11.
~_ ee ea ae
TuBICOLARIA. |
Shell thin, brittle, subopaque, transversely subovate, and
wedge-shaped when the valves are united; broad and widely
gaping at the anterior side, from whence it gradually decreases
until it reaches the opposite extremity, where the valves are
closely shut; anterior termination of the valves with a small
but prominent, terminal beak; external surface covered with a
brown or blackish-brown coating, irregularly wrinkled trans-
versely ; umbones rather prominent, and obtuse, situate near
the larger side, at the junction of the valves on the superior
margin; hinge with an obscure, laminar, transverse tooth in
both valves. General length half an inch; breadth an inch.
Turton mentions a variety of about half the ordinary size,
but not differing in other characters, which is found buried in
the back of old oyster shells.
Inhabits rocks and stones at Torbay, and is an extremely
local species.
Genus 50.—XyYLoPHAGA.—Sowerby.
Shell nearly orbicular, equivalve, inequilateral, gaping in
front, the opening with an angular termination at the back;
two small, somewhat triangular, calyxformed, accessory valves
placed over the anterior side of the hinge, and a small tooth
lying close to the umbo within each valve, besides an internal
rib running from the beak to the basal margin, with a corres-
ponding external depression; anterior muscular impression
smallest, situate on the superior margin, close to the beak ;
posterior muscular impression large and obovate.
1. XyLopHaGa DorsALis, pl. L, f. 8, 9, 10.
Xylophaga dorsalis, Turton, Biv., p. 16 and 253, pl. 2, f. 4,
53 Fleming, p. 455; Teredo dorsalis, Turton, Conch. Dict., p.
185.
Shell with rounded valves, but destitute of auricles, poste-
riorly closed, and provided with an internal rib; without a
reflected, auriform process posteriorly ; the termination plain,
and rounded; one valve furnished with a raised, curved process,
and a small, slightly cleft one in the other; inside with a joint-
ed, longitudinal rib, corresponding to the external groove.
Found in a piece of wood, at Torbay, by Dr. Turton.
Genus 5]1.—DeEnTALIUM.—Linneus.
Shell tubular, open at both ends, arcuated, increasing in dia-
meter towards the anterior extremity, where the aperture is
large and round; opening of the pointed end very small, and
with a lateral fissure in some species; external surface ribbed,
striated, or smooth, but never with annulations.
MOLLUSCA. 117
1. DENTALIUM ENTALIs, pl. LVI, f. 7.
Dentalium entalis, First Ed. pl. 1, f. 7; Pennant, 1V, p.
145, pl. 90, f. 154; Montagu, p. 494; Donovan, pl. 48; Brown,
Conch. Text Book, p. 52, pl. 9, f. 33.
Tube slightly arcuated, tapering, smooth, and glossy; fre-
quently with inequidistant, circular, irregular wrinkles, or lines
of growth; of a yellowish-white colour. Length an inch and a
half; diameter at larger end two-tenths of an inch, smaller end
about a twentieth of an inch.
Inhabits many of the British and Irish coasts.
2. DENTALIUM DENTALIS, pl. LVI, f. 8.
Dentalium dentalis, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 8; Linneus, Syst.
Nat., p. 1263, No. 785; Maton and Rackett, p. 237; Montagu,
p- 495.
Tube slender, subarcuated, very taper, terminating in a small
point ; surface with regular, close-set, longitudinal strie; some-
times a few annulations can be traced at the wider end; colour
white, but not glossy. Length half an inch; diameter at the
base half a line.
‘Discovered by Colonel Montagu, at Falmouth and south
coast of Devonshire, and is a very local species.
3. DENTALIUM ocTANGULATUM, pl. LVI, f. 2.
Dentalium striatum, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 2; Dentalium octan-
gulatum, Donovan, V, pl. 162; Dentalium striatulum, Maton
and Rackett, p. 238; Montagu, Sup., p. 155.
Tube strong, white, arcuated, tapering to a very fine point,
and furnished with eight strong, longitudinal ribs, which give
to the base, or wider end, an eight-sided appearance; the
nterstices between the ribs are tristriated. Length about two
inches.
A local species, found on the sands at Lelant, Cornwall; I
met with a single specimen at Holy Island.
4. Denratium tasiatom, pl. LVI, f. 4, 5.
Dentalium labiatum, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 4, 5.
Tube strong, smooth, white, subarcuated, and truncated at
the smaller end; apex closed by a perforated, testaceous lid.
I found several specimens of this shell in Lough Strangford,
Ireland. They are now in the cabinet of Lady Jardine.
5. Dentatium Gapvs, pl. LVI, f. 1.
Dentalium Gadus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 1; Montagu, p. 496,
pl. 14, f. 7; Maton and Rackett, p. 238.
Tube subpellucid, glossy, snow-white, considerably arcuated;
contracted towards the larger end, and tapering to a very small
point at the other extremity. Length about three-eighths of
an inch; diameter about one-sixteenth.
Inhabits the British Channel, but is a very rare species.
CLASS THIRD.
CIRRIPEDA.
The animals are soft, destitute of a head, and consequently
of eyes; covered with a shell, and are incapable of locomotion,
being always affixed to extraneous bodies.
The whole of the Cirripedes are multivalve ; that is, consist-
ing of more than two pieces, or valves.
ORDER I—PEDUNCULATA.
Body supported on a tubular, membranaceous, moveable pe-
duncle, the base of which is affixed to stones and other marine
bodies, or timber floating in the ocean.
Genus 1.—Ori1on.—Leach.
Body of the animal subquadrate, placed on a fleshy peduncle,
with an ovate, wide aperture, for the passage of the ciliated ten-
tacula, surmounted by two auriform processes; shell concealed,
and composed of five widely separated, hidden valves; two
semilunate ones situate at the lower sides of the aperture, two
yery small terminal, two very small ones placed on each side
of a small fissure at the top of the aperture, and a dorsal very
minute one.
1. Orton Burarnvitxi, pl. LI, f. 13, 14, 15.
Otion Blainvillit, First Ed., pl. 5, f. 13, 14, 15.
Variety 1, f. 18.
Otion Blainvillii, Leach, Ency. Brit. Sup., Art. Cirripedes,
pl. 57, f. 35 Lamarck, V, p. 510; ZLepas Blainvillii, Brown,
Ency. Brit., VI, p. 404; Ib., Conch. Text Book, p. 148, pl.
LO tolls
Ventricose, membranaceous, seated on a tube, and sur-
mounted by two auriform appendages; colour whitish, spotted
and streaked with brownish-purple.
Found alive on a piece of rotten wood, on the south coast of
Devon.
Variety 2, f. 14, 15.
Lepas cornuta, Montagu, Linn. Trans., XI, p. 179, pl. 12,
foals
Found alive on the bottom of a transport, stranded on the
Devonshire coast.
It is very doubtful whether shells of this genus have ever
bred in the British seas.
Genus 2.—CinERAs.—Leach.
Animal with a quadrate body, seated on a fleshy peduncle,
covered with a membranaceous epidermis; an aperture in front
for the passage of the ciliated tentacula; immediately over this
are a pair of small elongated valves, placed nearly horizontal ;
two tripartite valves situate just below the aperture, one on
each side, and placed nearly perpendicularly, and an angulated,
keel-shaped, dorsal valve, but these do not cover the body.
1. Crneras viTtata, pl. LVI, f. 16, 18.
Cineras vittata, var. a, First Ed., pl. 5, f. 16, 18; Leach,
Ency. Brit. Sup., pl. 57, f. 1; Lamarck, V, p. 408; Lepas vit-
tata, Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 404; ZLepas membranacea,
Montagu, Sup., p. 164; Ib., Linn. Trans., XI, p. 182, pl. 12,
fone
Membranaceous, ventricose, truncated, and angular at the
summit; olive-green with black stripes, and fine, minute, nar-
row, distant valves.
Variety b, f. 17.
Found on the coast of Wales, and has been met with on the
Forfarshire coast, near Montrose.
2. Cineras aurita, pl. LI, f. 19.
Cineras aurita, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 19; Zepas aurita, Brown,
Ency. Brit., WI, p. 404.
Peduncle and whole external membrane greenish ash-colour-
ed, with three longitudinal lines of black; two short, rounded,
auriform, blunted processes behind.
Differs from the preceding species in being devoid of white
markings, and probably only a variety of that shell.
Found at Plymouth.
Genus 3.—Po..icipEs.—Leach.
Body covered by a shell, and supported by a tubular, tendi-
nous, squamiferous peduncle, which seldom exceeds two inches
in length; shell multivalve, compressed on the sides, with the
valves nearly contiguous and unequal; valves thirteen or more
in number, those on the sides smallest ; five upper valves much
larger than the others; the anterior pair conical, elongated, with
their sides reflected backwards, situate on each side of the
opening; the central, or terminal pair largest, and trapeziform,
with an acute angle at the posterior extremity; dorsal valve
greatly elongated, broad at the base, rounded in the back, with
an acute apex; between these, in the peduncle, are a number
of smaller, testaceous, generally triangular studs.
1. Pouicires cornucopia, pl. LI, f. 11, 12.
Pollicipes cornucopia, var. a, First Ed. pl. 5, f. 11, 12;
Lamarck, V, p. 406; Leach, Ency. Brit. Sup., Cirripedes, pl.
57; Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 403; Zepas Pollicepes, Mon-
tagu, Sup., p. 6, pl. 28, f. 5.
Valves smooth and glossy; peduncle slightly compressed,
variable in length, and covered with numerous, small, glossy,
brown, shagreen-like scales, arranged in an imbricated manner,
and entirely covering the membranaceous skin.
Variety b, f. 12.
Found on drifted wood, in the Frith of Forth, and also on
the Irish coast.
PEDUNCULATA. |
Genus 4——ScaLPELLUM—Leach.
Shell laterally compressed, subquadrate, acuminated above ;
and composed of thirteen valves, one pair acuminated and
apicial, another pair ventral, two pair lateral, and an arcuated
one on the back; attached to extraneous substances by a short,
sealy, or hairy peduncle.
1. ScaLPELLuM vuLcareE, pl. LI, f. 7, 9, 10.
Scalpellum vulgare, First Ed., pl. 5, f. 7, 9, 10; Leach,
Ency. Brit. Sup., Cirripedes, pl. 57; Ib., MSS., p. 1; Pol-
Uicipes scalpellum, Lamarck, V, p. 407; Brown, Ency. Brit.,
VI, p. 403.
Peduncle horn-coloured, scaly, attenuated below, and covered
with smooth scales; shell compressed, provided with thirteen
horn-coloured valves, with obsolete striz.
Found on many of the British and Irish coasts, adhering to
rotten timber, &c.
Variety a, f. 7. Valves close, strongly striated concentri-
cally ; peduncle with the scales set in regular rows.
Scalpellum vulgare, Leach, Ency. Brit. Sup., pl. 57.
Variety b, £.9. Valves considerably apart, substriated con-
centrically ; peduncle with close-set, imbricated scales.
In Lady Jardine’s cabinet.
Variety c. Valves all separated, and concentrically substri-
ated ; side valves with a central, projecting point ; peduncle
with the scales set in regular annulations.
Donoyan, pl. 166, f. 1.
2. SCALPELLUM sMILium, pl. LI, f. 8.
Scalpellum vulgare, First Ed., pl. 5, f. 8; Smilium Peronit,
Sowerby, Conch. Man., p. 260, pl. 2, f. 36; Lepas scalpellum,
Montagu, p. 18, pl. 1, f. 4.
Shell consisting of thirteen smooth, light brown valves, ten of
them in pairs, placed laterally, and subtriangular; one situated
posteriorly; peduncle with annular, scaly processes, slightly
imbricated, and beset with numerous, fine, short hairs.
Found at Sandwich and Plymouth, in deep water.
Genus 5,—PENTELASMIs.—Leach.
Shell laterally compressed, conical, and composed of five
valves, held together by a membraneous, ligamentary process ;
lower valves the largest, of a subtrigonal form, a little convex,
and acute at their anterior base; upper lateral pair elongated,
and subquadrate, dorsal one lanceolate, carinated, and arcuated;
seated on a peduncle, which is of variable length.
1. PENTELASMIS ANSERIFERUS, pl. LI, f. 1.
Anatifa striata, First Ed., pl. 5, f. 1; Lepas anseriferus,
Montagu, p. 16; Donovan, pl. 166; Maton and Rackett,
p- 28.
Shell compressed, bluish-white, and glossy; larger valves
somewhat inflated behind; four of them with strong, radiating
stria, assuming the character of furrows towards the margins of
the valves, which are crossed by very fine striz, giving them a
faint reticulated appearance; angles of the valves sharp, espe-
cially the apicial one; dorsal valve compressed at the sides, and
brought to a fine carinated margin; superior valves much com-
pressed, rendering the shell extremely thin and flat on the pos-
terior side. Length an inch; breadth three-quarters.
MOLLUSCA.
119
Found on drifted wood, on several of the British and Irish
coasts.
2. PENTELASMIS STIATUS, pl. LI, f. 4, 5, 6.
Anatifa striata, First Ed., pl. 5, f. 4, 5, 6; Lepas sulcata,
Montagu, p. 17, pl. 1, f. 6; Maton and Rackett, p- 29.
Shell compressed, subtriangular; the inferior valves with fif-
teen strong ribs, diverging from the lower anterior angle; that
which runs along the front is larger than the others, and forms
a margin; the two superior valves terminating above in an
acutely pointed apex; with seven or eight ribs, and smaller
intermediate ones, diverging from the posterior margin; dorsal
valve somewhat compressed, with strong, longitudinal stria, and
a smooth, subcarinated edge; colour yellowish-white; peduncle
short, dusky. Length a quarter of an inch; breadth nearly
the same.
Found attached to Gorgonia flabellum, on the Dorsetshire
coast, near Portland Island.
Variety b, f. 5, 6.
Lepas striata, Wood, Gen. Conch., pu 1645) ples Oy fa ais
Leach, Ency. Brit. Sup., Cirripedes, pl. 57; Pentelasmis pumi-
cicola, Leach, MSS., p. 1.
Found on many of the coasts of Britain and Ireland, attach-
ed in clusters to rotten wood, stones, &c. Montagu mentions
its having been found on Gorgonia flabellum, near Portland
Island.
3. PENTELASMIS ANATIFERUS, pl. LII, f. 1, 2, 3, 4.
Anatifa Levis, First Ed., pl. 4, f. 1, 2, 3, 4; Lamarck, V,
p- 404; Pentelasmis anatifera, Leach, MSS., p. 1; Lepas ana-
tifera, Pennant, IV, p. 74, pl. 38, f. 9; Donovan, I, pl. 7;
Montagu, p. 15; Maton and Rackett, p. 28.
Shell compressed, of a bluish-white, and very glossy; two
lower valves somewhat triangular, longitudinally wrinkled, with
nearly obsolete strie, radiating from the lower interior angle ;
two superior valves elongated, and tapering to an obtuse point,
upper portion angulated on both sides, apex rounded, these
have likewise obsolete, radiating strie, and are longitudinally
wrinkled from the upper posterior angle; dorsal valve long,
slender, arcuated, smooth down the middle, and suleated on
the sides; connecting cartilage and peduncle of a reddish-
orange, frequently inclining to scarlet, the latter extremely
variable in length, as will be seen from the different specimens
figured; in a solitary instance, we met with it of a pale brown,
as in fig. 1.
Found attached to pieces of rotten wood, on many of the
British and Irish coasts, and is the most common species of the
genus.
Fig. 2 and 4, the more ordinary form of the species.
Fig. 1, more dilated, the dorsal valve appearing as if jointed.
Fig. 3, a rare variety, with the larger valves more dilated than
usual, and with strong stria. In the cabinet of Mr. Albany
Hancock, Newcastle-upon-Tyne.
4. PENTELASMIS DENTATUs, pl. LII, f. 5.
Anatifa dentata, First Ed., pl. 4, f. 5; Lamarck, V, p. 405;
Bruguiére, Dict., No. 3; Zepas dentata, Dillwyn, Cat., p. 32.
Shell with very smooth, glossy valves, of a bluish-white ;
agreeing in every particular with those of P. anatiferus,
excepting the dorsal valve, which is provided with a series of
oblique, saw-like teeth; peduncle short, and of a pale scarlet
colour.
120
Found on the Northumberland coast, near Seaton. In Lady
Jardine’s cabinet.
5. PENTELASMIS RADULA, pl. LI, f. 3.
Anatifa radula, First Ed., pl. 5, £.33; Pentelasmis radula,
Leach, MSS.; Zepas dentata, Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 404.
Shell subcompressed ; the larger valves acutely pointed, with
regular series of prominent, oblique ribs, their anterior edges
with six sharp, saw-like teeth, the superior ones largest, and
gradually diminishing as they descend, thickly beset with sharp,
imbricated scales, which have a rasp-like appearance ; superior
valves terminating in a lengthened, acute point, and covered by
undulating, rough stria; dorsal valve arcuated, and smooth ;
peduncle very small.
Besides the ribs on the larger valves, the series of teeth on
the anterior margins of the larger valves will at once distinguish
this curious species from P. dentatus, in which the serrated
teeth are placed on the centre of the dorsal valve.
Found on the Devonshire coast, but is very rare.
6. PENTELASMIS FascicuLariA, pl. LI, f. 2.
Anatifa fascicularia, First Ed., pl. 5, f. 2; Pentalasmis
Eillisit, Leach, MSS., p. 1; Anatifa vitrea, Lamarck, V, p.
405; Ellis, Zoophytes, p. 167, pl. 15, f.6; ZLepas fascicularis,
Montagu, p. 557; Maton and Rackett, p. 30; ZLepas dilata,
Donoyan, pl. 144.
Shell of a pale horn-colour, extremely thin and fragile; valves
with large wrinkles; larger valyes much expanded posteriorly,
and becoming suddenly hollow, terminate in a beak-like point ;
dorsal valve with an acute protuberance in its centre, and fre-
quently with one below; apicial valves much pointed, and have
a considerable inclination backwards, producing a convexity on
the anterior side of the shell; peduncle very short, and very
thin.
This species is always found congregating in large masses.
First found in the British Channel, and has been since met
with on many of the British coasts, and especially on the west-
ern coast of Ireland.
ORDER II.—SESSILIA.
Genus 1.—Pyrcoma.—Savigny.
Shell univalve, somewhat conical, generally compressed, and
usually seated on Madrepores or other zoophytes; open at the
apex, which is small, and protected by a four-valved operculum,
the posterior ones sometimes much elongated, these are varia-
ble, and closed at the base by a deeply cup-shaped testaceous
valve; inside perpendicularly striated or grooved.
1. Pyrcoma Anetica, pl. LIII, f. 27, 28, 29.
Adna Anglica, First Ed., pl. 7, f. 27, 28, 29; Leach, MSS.,
p. 1.
Shell conical, longitudinally ribbed, with many, nearly obso-
lete, transverse wrinkles; apex with a very small aperture, and
protected by a bivalve, obliquely striated operculum; colour
rosy.
Fig. 28, the operculum.
Inhabits the Coryophillia Anglica, and is frequently found
in Plymouth Sound.
MOLLUSCA.
[Sessixta.
Genus 2.—BaLanus.—Bruguiére.
Shell sessile, conical; frequently an elongated cone; com-
posed of six valves, four of which are larger than the others,
and of nearly equal size, and all of them locked by their
sides; apex open, of a subtrigonal or elliptical form; base
closed by a testaceous plate, by which it adheres to extra-
neous substances; operculum bipartite, and consisting of four
valves, of which the posterior pair are the most prominent ;
exterior surface always covered by a thin, elastic, horny epi-
dermis.
1. Batanus BaLanorpEs, pl. LIII, f. 17, and pl. LIV, f.
4, 5.
Balanus ovularis, First Ed., pl. 6, £4, 5, and pl. 7, f.175
Lamarck, V, p. 392; Balanus balanoides, Montagu, p. 7; Lepas
balanoides, Donovan, pl. 36, f. 2; Maton and Rackett, p. 23;
Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 402.
Shell subconic, subdepressed; valves smooth, white, some-
times deeply suleated at the base; aperture wide ; operculum
with the two anterior valves slightly striated transversely, the
posterior ones smooth.
Fig. 8, 9, valves of the operculum.
Fig. 5, an elongated variety.
A very common species, adhering to muscles and oysters.
2. Baxanus communis, pl. LIII, f. 23, and pl. LIV, f. 1.
Balanus communis, First Ed., pl. 6, f.1, and pl. 7, f. 23;
Montagu, p.6; ZLepas Balanus, Pennant, IV, p. 72, pl. 37, f.
4; Donovan, I, pl. 30, f. 1; Maton and Rackett, p. 23; Fle-
ming, Edin. Eney., Art. Conch., p. 102.
Shell strong, rugged, conic, compartments unequal, with
many irregular, longitudinal, squammose ribs; the interstices
with transverse wrinkles; aperture rather contracted, and fur-
nished with a four-valyed operculum; posterior valves spreading
a little at the apex; anterior valves transversely striated, and
provided with a longitudinal furrow ; colour cinereous-brown.
Common on most of the coasts of Britain and Ireland, ad-
hering to extraneous substances.
3. Baanus rucosus, pl. LIII, f. 4, 7, 8, and 21, and pl.
DVetaos
Balanus rugosus, First Ed., pl. 6, f.6, and pl. 7, f. 4 and 20;
Montagu, p. 8; Fleming, Edin. Ency., Art. Conch., p. 101;
Maton and Rackett, p. 25; Lepas borealis, Donovan, pl. 160,
lower figure.
Shell subconic, divided into six compartments by irregular,
inequidistant furrows, those of the posterior side broadest, and
crossed with deep divisions, formed by the lines of growth,
these are sometimes wrinkled or striated longitudinally ; aper-
ture very large, inner margin transversely ridged, and closed
by a four-valyed operculum; the dorsal valves a little apart and
reflexed at the apex; upper half of anterior valves smooth,
with transverse, strong strie on their lower half; colour cream-
white.
Fig. 21, an elongated variety, the B. fistulosus of authors.
Fig. 13, 14, the operculum.
Common on many of the British and Irish coasts.
4. Batanus costatus, pl. LIV, f. 2, 3.
Balanus costatus, First Ed., pl. 6, f. 2, 3; Montagu, p. 11;
Fleming, Edin. Eney., Art. Conch., p. 101; Zepas costata,
Donovan, I, pl. 30, f. 2; Maton and Rackett, p. 24.
SEssILia.]
Shell subconic, depressed; with from seventeen to nineteen
aearly equidistant, divergent, smooth ribs, extending consider-
ably beyond the base, which is nearly circular; in some in-
stances two or three are situate closer to each other than the
rest ; aperture small, subovate, with its edge very regular and
even; operculum pale pink, four-valved, and very obtuse at the
apex; anterior valves striated obliquely.
Not uncommon on many of the British and Irish coasts.
The very distinct and charcteristic specimen from which we
made our drawing of fig. 3, pl. LIV, was found at Seaton,
Northumberland, by W. C. Trevelyan, Esq., and is in the
cabinet of Sir John Trevelyan, Bart., at Wallington.
5. Baanus canpipus, pl. LIV, f. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12.
Balanus Scoticus, First Ed., pl. 6, f. 8, 9, 10, 11, 12; Bala-
nus candidus, Leach, MSS., p. 2.
Shell conical, nearly smooth; with six unequal valves, longi-
tudinally wrinkled, and very remote, nearly obsolete striae on
the raised portions; aperture very large, extremely irregular on
the edge, internally striate transversely ; operculum abruptly
conical; posterior valves with serrated external margins, and
striated transversely; anterior valyes with numerous, strong,
transverse ribs, which are crossed by many fine, longitudinal
strie, producing a decussated appearance, and with their inter-
nal margins serrated.
Fig. 11, 12, the operculum.
Fig. 8 is an elongated, cylindrical variety, found on the
Devonshire coast, by Dr. Leach. The species seems very
variable in form.
This is the largest species of Balanus found in our seas, and
seems pretty widely diffused. Fig. 10 was found by W. C.
Trevelyan, Esq., at Hartlepool, adhering to a specimen of
Fusus antiquus. Fig. 9 was figured from a specimen in the
British Museum, and dredged in the Frith of Forth, where it
is not uncommon; and I have lately procured some large and
beautiful specimens from the Irish coast.
6. Batanus Scoricus, pl. LIII, f. 1, 2, 3, and 22.
Balanus Scoticus, Wood, Gen. Conch., p. 40, pl. 6, f. 3.
Shell subeonic; surface divided into irregular, triangular
compartments, obsoletely striated transversely ; aperture large ;
operculum triangular; anterior valves with strong, transverse
strie ; posterior valves smooth, with greatly arcuated and sharp
points.
Fig. 2, 3, the operculum.
Found at Eyemouth, Frith of Forth, and at the mouth of
the Tay, adhering to muscles, stones, &c.
7. Batanus punctatus, pl. LILI, f. 5, 6, 13, 20.
Balanus punctatus, First Ed., pl. 7, f. 5, 6, 13, 20; Mon-
tagu, p. 8, pl. 1, £5; Fleming, Edin. Ency., p. 101; Brown,
Ency. Brit., VI, p. 402.
Shell subconic, with indistinct compartments ; generally with
numerous, longitudinal, narrow ribs, and several transverse lines
of growth; aperture wide, rather plain on the edge; operculum
somewhat depressed, with numerous punctures; front valves
finely striated transversely; posterior valves obtuse at the point,
with the front margins deeply indented.
Fig. 5, 6, the operculum.
Fig. 20, an elongated variety.
Common on many of the British and Irish coasts, and is plen-
tiful on the rocks between Kinghorn and Kirkcaldy, Fifeshire.
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8. Batanus Crancun, pl. LIII, f..9, 10, 11, 12.
Balanus Cranchii, First Ed., pl. 7, f. 9, 10, 11, 12; Leach,
Ency. Brit. Sup., Cirripedes, pl. 57; Lepas Cranchii, Brown,
Ency. Brit., VI, p. 403.
Shell a depressed cone; compartments indistinct; sides
rounded, smooth, with numerous, longitudinal, frequently in-
terrupted strie; basal margin extremely uneven; aperture very
small, somewhat pyriform, and smooth at the edges; operculum
very large in proportion to the size of the aperture; anterior
valves with strong, transverse stria in front, and becoming
arcuated posteriorly ; when separated, their internal margin is
found to be strongly serrated; posterior valves striated trans-
versely, with greatly arcuated, sharp points; external surface
of a reddish-purple, tinged with pale yellowish-buff, and with
from two to three transverse purple zones.
Fig. 11, 12, the operculum.
Common at Tenby, and other parts on the coast of Wales.
9. Bauanus conorpgs, pl. LIV, f. 7.
Balanus conoides, First Ed., pl. 6, f. 7; Lepas conoides,
Donovan, I, pl. 30, f. 3; Montagu, p. 12; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VI, p. 101; Maton and Rackett, p- 24.
Shell conic; valves pointed at the apex; compartments ob-
seure, the three posterior ones larger than the others; whole
surface longitudinally striated, and slightly so transversely, pro-
ducing a reticulated appearance, and of a pale reddish-purple
colour; aperture very small. Diameter at the base about
three-eighths of an inch.
Found at Weymouth, by Mr. Bryer, attached to a specimen
of Pentelasmis levis.
This is probably a foreign species.
10. Batanus Montacut, pl. LIII, f. 24, 25, 26.
Acasta Montagui, First Ed., pl. 7, f. 24, 25, 26; Balanus
spongeosus, Montagu, Sup., p. 2; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII,
p- 101.
Shell ovate; with six angulated compartments, their points
extending considerably above the margin of the aperture:
three anterior divisions broader and not so long as the
posterior ones; external surface wrinkled, and provided with
numerous, spiniform processes; operculum four-valved; ante-
rior pair with strong, regular, deep, but narrow ridges, crossed
by longitudinal strie, producing a decussated aspect, internal
margins deeply serrated; posterior pair larger than the others,
and with considerably arcuated, sharp points; colour of a
livid or chocolate-brown. Length half an inch; breadth some-
what less.
Fig. 25, shell the natural size.
Fig. 24, magnified.
Fig. 26, the operculum.
Found embedded in sponge, at Portland Reach, by the late
Mr. Bryer, of Weymouth.
11. Batanus sponeicona, pl. LILI, f. 14, 15, 16.
Balanus spongicola, First Ed., pl. 7, f. 6, 14, 15; Leach.
MSS., p. 1.
Shell cylindrical; with unequal compartments, the elevated
portion rising above the margin of the aperture, which is as
wide as the base of the shell; operculum with four valves; the
anterior ones with pretty strong, slightly oblique, transverse
striea, and decussated by rather slender, waved, longitudinal
strie ; posterior valves longitudinally striated, with considerably
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arcuated and sharp points; whole exterior surface irregularly
wrinkled, both longitudinally and transversely, and of a deep
purplish rosy hue on the higher portions.
Fig. 14, 15, the operculum.
Found by Dr. Leach, enveloped in sponge, on the Devon-
shire coast, and is not uncommon.
Shells with a bivalve operculum.
Genus 3.—Cuit1A.—Leach.
Shell a depressed, irregularly-shaped cone, attached by the
base, and consisting of four unequal, dissimilar valves, two larger
and two smaller, laterally united by the interlocking of their
dentated margins; aperture somewhat trapeziform, laterally
placed, and entirely filled by a bipartite operculum, one of the
MOLLUSCA.
[SERPULACEA.
pieces of which is irregularly quadrate, and the other nearly
triangular.
1. Cuiti1a vERRuvCA, pl. LIII, f. 30.
Creusia verruca, First Ed., pl. 7, f. 30; Lamarck, V, p. 400;
Lepas verruca, Chemnitz, Conch., VIII, pl. 98, f. 834; Lepas
striata, Pennant, IV, p. 73, pl. 38, f. 7; Lepas intertexta,
Donovan, I, pl. 36, f. 1; Maton and Rackett, p. 26; Balanus
striata, Montagu, p. 12.
Shell much depressed, white ; compartments strongly ribbed
diagonally, and oblique to each other; the ribs with fine, trans-
verse strie; margin of the base irregularly serrated; aperture
pretty large, oblique, and quite closed by the operculum. Dia-
meter a quarter of an inch, sometimes a little more.
Found adhering to shells, stones, &c., on many of the British
and Irish coasts; very common in many localities.
CipAs S+8 OU RT E:
ANNELIDES.
Animal with a more or less elongated body, having red
blood, and inhabiting a testaceous tube, with which, however,
they have no muscular adhesion, but from which they never
depart during life.
ORDER I—SEDENTARIA.
Animals protected by a testaceous tube, which they never
leave during life; branchie placed at one extremity of the body.
Famity I.—SErpPuLAcka.
Tube solid, calcareous, and adherent to other bodies.
Genus 1.—SERPuLA.—Linneus.
Shell tubular, narrow, gradually widening towards the aper-
ture, and pointed towards the apex; attached irregularly to
other bodies; sometimes wound spirally; keeled, imbricated,
or plain; aperture round, for the most part, or angulated in the
ribbed species.
Section I— Shells partially attached to extraneous bodies,
and in some instances free.
1. SERPULA TuUBULARIA, pl. LV, f. 9, 10.
Serpula tubularia, First Ed., pl. 2, f. 9, 10; Montagu, p-
513; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VI, Art. Conch., p. 67, pl. 204,
f.9; Brown, Ency. Brit., VI, p. 468.
Shell round, irregularly flexous, gradually tapering, opaque,
white, slightly wrinkled transversely; always adhering by the
smaller end to stones or other extraneous bodies ; ascending in
a considerable angle from the base, in some instances nearly
perpendicularly, and in most instances almost straight.
Inhabits the sea at Torcross, Devonshire, Zetland, and is not
uncommon in the Clyde at Rothesay, and other places in the
estuary of that river.
2. SERPULA conTorTa, pl. LV, f. 4.
Serpula contorta, First Ed., pl. 2, f. 4.
Shell round, tube irregularly contorted, slightly spiral, and
hardly tapering, unattached; cream-white, with irregular, trans-
verse wrinkles.
Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
3. SERPULA sPIRALIs, pl. LV, f. 6.
Serpula spiralis, First Ed., pl. 2, f. 6.
Shell a spiral, subtriangular tube, with a carinated ridge along
its superior portion, which projects in a tooth-like form oyer the
subtriangular aperture.
Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
4, SERPULA PERVERSA, pl. LV, f. 7.
Serpula perversa, First Ed., pl. 2, f. 7.
Shell a reversed spiral, subtriangular tube, with a carinated
ridge along its superior portion, and projecting beyond the aper-
ture, which is slightly subtriangular.
Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
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Section II—Shells attached to extraneous bodies nearly
their whole length.
5. SERPULA TRIQUETRA, pl. LV, f. 1, 5.
Serpula triquetra, First Ed., pl. 2, f. 1, 5; Pennant, IV, p.
146, pl. 91, f. 157; Donovan, pl. 95; Montagu, p. 511; Maton
and Rackett, p. 244; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 67.
Tube adhering its whole length, strong, opaque, irregularly
contorted ; sometimes nearly straight, or slightly flexous; with
transverse wrinkles, and provided with a central dorsal carina,
which in some instances becomes nearly obsolete at the larger
end of the tube; in some specimens the ridge is elevated, and
in others depressed; spreading widely at the base; aperture
subtriangular ; colour yellowish-white, sometimes of a fine red,
orange, citron, or rose-colour.
Found on many of the British and Irish coasts, adhering to
old shells, stones, &c.
6. SERPULA VERMICULARIS, pl. LV, f. 2, 3.
Serpula vermicularis, First Ed., pl. 2, f. 2, 3; Pennant, p.
146, pl. 91, f. 158; Montagu, p. 509; Maton and Rackett, p.
240; Brown, Ency. Edinensis, IJ, p. 556, pl. 55, f. 12; Ib.,
Ency. Brit., VI, p. 468.
Tube strong, adhering its whole length, cylindrical, white,
transversely wrinkled, contorted in various directions, tapering
gradually to a fine point ; aperture circular.
Common on most of the British and Irish coasts.
7. SERPULA SERRULATA, pl. LV, f.8.
Serpula serrulata, First Ed., pl. 2, f. 8; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VI, p. 67, pl. 204, f. 8.
Tube bluish-white, smooth, glossy, diaphanous, adhering,
subtriangular, slightly contorted; base spreading pretty widely,
tapering rather abruptly to a fine point; back with an elevated,
thin, sharp ridge, finely but irregularly serrated, and equal in
dimensions to the breadth of the tube; aperture large, nearly
orbicular, with the tooth-like termination of the carina project-
ing over it.
Discovered by Dr. Fleming, in deep water, adhering to
stones, on the coast of Zetland; and I found it plentiful in
Rothesay Bay, in company with my friend James Smith, Esq.,
of Jordan Hill, near Glasgow, while on a dredging excursion.
The shell is so transparent, that the animal can be distinctly
seen through it; and by the aid of a strong lens the pulsation
may be observed.
Genus 2.—Sprrorpis.—Lamarck.
Shell consisting of a testaceous tube, spirally twisted into an
orbicular form on a horizontal plane, depressed, and adhering
below; the aperture terminal, rounded, or angular.
1. Spirorsis Navtitorpgs, pl. LVI, f. 45.
Spirorbis Nautiloides, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 45; Lamarck, V, p.
359; Serpula spirorbis, Donovan, I, pl. 9, f. 1, 2; Montagu,
p- 498; Maton and Rackett, p. 241.
Shell opaque, white, much depressed; with three or four
lateral volutions, rounded above, and slightly wrinkled trans-
versely; the central volution lower than the others, and
forming an umbilicus; base flat, and expanded; aperture sub-
triangular.
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Common on most of the British and Irish coasts, adhering
to alge and other marine plants, as well as to stones and
shells.
A lusus of this shell is not unfrequent with an erect aperture,
and one or two yolutions turning a little spirally upwards.
2. SPiroRBIs SPIRILLUM, pl. LVI, f. 41, 42, 53, 54.
Spirorbis spirillum, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 41, 42, 53, 54;
Lamarck, V, p. 359; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VII, p. 68; Ser-
pula spirillum, Montagu, p. 499; Pulteney, Hutch. Dorset, p.
52, pl. 19, f. 27; Maton and Rackett, p. 240.
Shell subdepressed, subpellucid, glossy, white; with two or
three subcylindrical, slightly wrinkled, somewhat lateral volu-
tions; central volution lower than the others, forming an um-
bilicus, and pervious in some instances; aperture subtriangular,
and not unfrequently turned upwards ; attached by the smaller
end. Diameter not more than an eighth of an inch.
Fig. 53, 54, var., Spirorbis sinistrosa, Montagu, p. 504.
Sometimes the volutions wind spirally upon each other.
Distinguished from .S. Nautiloides by its glossy aspect, its
more cylindrical form, and not spreading at the base.
Generally found adhering to marine plants, corallines, and
Crustacea, and not to stones. ;
3. Sprrorpis minutus, pl. LVI, f. 51.
Spirorbis minutus, First Ed., pl. 1, f.51; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VII, p. 68, pl. 205, f.2; Serpula minuta, Montagu, p.
505; Maton and Rackett, p. 241.
Shell heteroclitical, depressed, yellowish-white ; with two or
three lateral, transversely wrinkled volutions, and a dorsal
carina. Diameter a quarter of a line.
Found adhering to corallines, on the Devonshire and Nor-
thumberland coasts.
4. SPmIRORBIS HETEROSTROPHUS, pl. LVI, f. 55.
Spirorbis heterostrophus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 55; Fleming,
Edin. Ency., VII, p. 68, pl. 205, f.1; Serpula heterostropha,
Montagu, p. 503; Maton and Rackett, p. 242.
Shell strong, dull white; consisting of two or three hetero-
clitical yolutions, with three lateral, spiral ridges, crossed by
strong wrinkles; base flat, somewhat spreading; aperture orbi-
cular.
Found adhering to oysters and other shells, and to alge, on
many of the British and Irish coasts.
5. SpiroRBIS HETEROCLITICUS, pl. LVI, f. 57.
Spirorbis heterocliticus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 57.
Shell nearly cylindrical, thick, white, opaque, smooth; with
four volutions, the outer one very large, internal ones small,
forming a large and deep umbilicus; aperture nearly orbicular,
and placed below the margin of the outer yolution. Diameter
one-tenth of an inch.
Found by my late friend General Bingham, adhering to the
roots of alge, at Dunbar.
6. SprrorBis GRANULATUS, pl. LVI, f. 47.
Spirorbis granulatus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 47; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VII, p. 68; Serpula granulata, Montagu, p. 500;
Donovan, III, pl. 100.
Shell subdepressed, white, opaque; with two volutions, deeply
grooved spirally, and transversely wrinkled, more strongly so in
the furrows, umbilicated; aperture orbicular, with an annular
tip. Diameter an eighth of an inch.
Diameter not a line.
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Found plentifully on the rocks and stones at Milton, Devon-
shire, and other localities.
7. Sprrorpis corrucatus, pl. LVI, f. 46.
Spirorbis corrugatus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 46; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VII, p.68; Serpula corrugata, Montagu, p. 502; Maton
and Rackett, p. 242.
Shell strong, with rough transverse wrinkles, white, and only
a small portion of the second yolution visible; centre rather
deeply umbilicated ; base spreading but little; aperture orbicu-
lar. Diameter an eighth of an inch.
It is easily distinguished from S. spirillum, in being con-
siderably stronger, and the base never spreading so much.
Found on the slate rocks at Milton.
8. Sprrorpis corneEvs, pl. LVI, f. 43.
Spirorbis corneus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 433 Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VI, p. 68; Serpula cornea, Adams, Linn. Tr., V, p-
6, pl. 1, f. 33, 34, 35; Montagu, p. 503; Maton and Rackett,
p- 243.
Shell regular, round, subdepressed, pellucid; with three horn-
coloured yolutions.
Inhabits the coast of Pembrokeshire.
9. Sprrorsis Lucipus, pl. LVI, f. 56, 60.
Spirorbis lucidus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 56, 60; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VII, p. 69, pl. 205, £4; Serpula reflexa, Adams, Linn.
Tr., V, p- 6, pl. 1, f. 31, 325 Serpula lucida, Montagu, p. 506;
Maton and Rackett, p. 243.
Shell irregular in form, more or less spiral, and with two or
three volutions, sometimes placed laterally, in others they wind
upon each other, and are often apart, or scalariform; very pel-
lucid, glossy, and white; aperture orbicular, projecting upwards.
Diameter half a line.
Distinguished from all other species by its glassy appearance.
Found on many of the British and Irish coasts, adhering to
different species of sertularia and other corallines.
10. Sprrorsis conicus, pl. LVI, f. 58.
Spirorbis conicus, First Ed. pl. 1, f. 58; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VI, p. 68, pl. 205, f. 3.
Shell conical, strong, depressed, opaque, dull yellowish-white ;
two volutions, the exterior one large, with a carina on its
superior portion, and embracing the other; aperture towards
the top.
Found in Zetland, on old shells, by Dr. Fleming.
11. Sprrorpis rEveRsws, pl. LVI, f. 52.
Spirorbis reversus, First Ed., pl. 1, f.52; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VII, p. 60; Serpula reversa, Montagu, p. 508; Maton
and Rackett, p. 243.
Shell more or less spiral, extremely variable, subcylindrical,
white, with strong, transverse wrinkles, and tapering to a small
point; aperture orbicular, and invariably turning in the reverse
direction.
This is the largest species of the genus.
Found on the Devonshire coast, and also in the Frith of
Forth.
12. SprrorBis annuus, pl. LVI, f. 44.
Spirorbis annulus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 44.
Shell strong, white, opaque, nearly orbicular; with three
rounded volutions, crossed by strong, regular, transverse, ring-
like grooves; deeply umbilicated; aperture nearly orbicular.
Diameter a tenth of an inch.
MOLLUSCA.
[Matpaniz.
I found this adhering to an oyster from Prestonpans, Frith
of Forth.
13. SpIRORBIS STRIATULUs, pl. LVI, f. 59.
Spirorbis striatulus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 59.
Shell round, spiruliform, umbilicated; with three yolutions,
rolled upon each other, the exterior one detached at its exter-
nal termination; surface with numerous, fine, rib-like, spiral
strie; aperture quite orbicular. Diameter one-tenth of an
inch.
Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham, adhering to sertu-
laria.
14. SprRoRBIS CARINATUS, pl. LVI, f. 48.
Spirorbis carinatus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 48; Fleming, Edin.
Ency., VII, p. 68, pl. 20; Serpula carinata, Montagu, p. 502;
Maton and Rackett, p. 242.
Shell with the exterior angulated volution provided with a
dorsal carina; interior volutions concealed by the outer one;
umbilicated, and sometimes pervious; base slightly spreading ;
aperture orbicular.
Found on several of the English and Scottish coasts.
Famity I]—Matpan ia.
Branchie of the animal intermediate; tube open at both
ends.
Genus 3.—Brocuus.—Brown.
Shell tubular, subcylindrical, slightly tapering, and subarcu-
ated; imperforate at the smaller end; aperture orbicular, placed
at the larger extremity.
1. Brocuus Tracuirormis, pl. LVI, f. 10.
Brochus trachiformis, First Ed., pl. 1, £. 10; Brown, Conch.
Text Book, p. 158, pl. 19, f. 25; Dentalium Trachea, Montagu,
p- 497, pl. 14, f. 10; Maton and Rackett, p. 239.
Shell subcylindrical, tapering a little, slightly arcuated; with
strong, regular, transverse, annular strie; smaller end imper-
forate, truncated, and provided with a small, blunt knob; aper-
ture orbicular; colour ferruginous, somewhat paler towards the
smaller end. Length somewhat more than an eighth of an
inch; diameter about a fifth of its length.
Found on the Devonshire and Welsh coasts, but is a rare
and very local species.
2. Brocuus striatus, pl. LVI, f. 13.
Brochus striatus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 13.
Shell white, subcylindrical, a little arcuated, and rather
abruptly tapering to the narrow end, which is destitute of a
knob; whole surface covered by fine, close-set, annular striz ;
aperture large, nearly orbicular. Length not an eighth of an
inch; diameter about a fifth of its length.
This differs from the B. trachiformis, in being shorter, less
arcuated, in the strie being much finer, and in haying no knob.
Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
3. Brocuus reETicutatus, pl. LVI, f. 11.
Brochus reticulatus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 11.
Shell cylindrical, abruptly tapering towards the base, where
it is provided with a rather long knob ; whole surface covered
by annular and longitudinal strie ; aperture large and orbicular.
Length an eighth and a half of an inch; diameter of aperture a
fourth of its length.
Matpani2. |
I found this species at Killough, Lough Strangford, Ireland.
In Lady Jardine’s cabinet.
4. Brocuus annuuAtus, pl. LVI, f. 12.
Brochus annulatus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 12.
Shell nearly cylindrical; base with a short knob; crossed by
pretty strong, annular strie, decussated by rather slender, lon-
gitudinal strie#, and a wide, longitudinal groove on each side,
reaching from the aperture to the base; aperture surrounded
by a thick ring; the third annulation below, which is much
stronger than the others. Length nearly a quarter of an inch ;
diameter a fifth of its length.
I found this species in Lough Strangford, Ireland. In Lady
Jardine’s cabinet.
5. Brocuus Giasrus, pl. LVI, f. 3.
Brochus glabrus, First Ed., pl. 1, £.3; Dentalium glabrum,
Montagu, p. 497.
Shell snow-white, nearly cylindrical, considerably arcuated,
smooth, glossy, nearly of equal diameter throughout; base
rounded. Length not a line; diameter not a fifth of its
length.
Found in Biddeford Bay, near Barnstable; on the north
coast of Devonshire; and many other situations in Britain and
Treland.
6. Brocuus ievis, pl. LVI, f. 6.
Brochus levis, First Ed., pl. 1, £. 6; Dentalium imperfora-
tum, Walker, Min. Sh., f. 15; Adams, Microsce., pl. 14, f. 3;
Montagu, p. 496.
Shell white, or ash-coloured, subcylindrical, very slightly
arcuated, extremely smooth, and glossy; base subtruncated,
with a small, central protuberance; aperture orbicular, and a
little contracted at the margins.
Found in sand, from Sandwich and Falmouth Harbour.
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7. Brocuus arcvuatus, pl. LVI, f. 9.
Brochus arcuatus, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 9.
Shell cylindrical, slightly tapering, and greatly arcuated ;
bluish-white, extremely glossy. Length nearly an eighth of
an inch.
Found in sand, at Bean Haven, Bantry Bay, Ireland, by
General Bingham, and in his cabinet.
Genus 4.—CorNvoIDEs.—Brown.
Shell tubular, cylindrical, abruptly tapering, and slightly con-
voluted at the smaller end, which is imperforate.
1. CornuoipEs mAJor, pl. LVI, f. 49.
Cornuoides major, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 49; Serpula recta,
Walker, Min. Sh., pl. 1, f. 14; Fleming, Edin. Ency., VU, pl.
205, f. 8.
Shell smooth; with three nearly cylindrical volutions, the
exterior one abruptly increasing, and prolonged in a lengthened,
nearly cylindrical, straight tube, terminating in an orbicular
aperture. Length not an eighth of an inch; diameter about a
sixth of its length.
Found by Mr. Walker, in sand, at Sandwich.
2. CornvuoIDEs minor, pl. LVI, f. 50.
Cornuoides minor, First Ed., pl. 1, f. 50; Serpula recta,
Walker, pl. 1, f. 12; Fleming, Edin. Ency., pl. 105, f. 9.
Shell smooth, white, and pellucid; with a perforated apex,
and consisting of two volutions; interior one very small, the
external one abruptly increasing, and prolonged in the form of
a lengthened, cylindrical tube, terminating in an orbicular aper-
ture. Length not a tenth of an inch; breadth not a sixth of
its length.
Found by Mr. Walker, in sand, .at Sandwich, Kent.
ASPOP a, IN DT X..
CLASS
After the Appendix was in type, I met with descriptions
of several new species which have appeared in a local des-
criptive catalogue “of the Molluscous Animals of the Coun-
ties of Aberdeen, Kincardine, and Banff, by Professor Macgil-
livray.” Although I have not implicit faith in the accuracy
of that gentleman’s conchological observations, arising from a
perusal of his work, yet I am unwilling to withhold the notice
of species which may turn out to be new.
In justification of what I have said, I shall simply point out
one, among many inaccuracies in the work referred to. The
Professor, in describing Crassina compressa, says “this species
comes nearest in form to (Astarte) Crassina elliptica ; but has
little affinity to Crassina multicostata, which has by several
authors been strangely confounded with it.”
to its FoRM being nearest to C. el/iptica, I consider these two
species are more dissimilar in form than any other of the British
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Now, with respect
MOLLUSCA.
Crassinz ; as will be seen by comparing C. elliptica, fig. 3, and
C. compressa, fig. 1, 4, 5, pl. XXXVIII, of this work. I care-
fully drew and feeaeed the original shell of the latter species,
from which that accurate observer of Nature, Colonel Montagu,
made his description. But afterwards meeting with the fine
specimen, formerly the property of Captain Laskey, in the
cabinet of the late David Falconer, Esq., of Carlowrie, I sub-
stituted it for the drawing I made from the collection of
Colonel Montagu, in the British Museum. I am certain of its
accuracy, so that the shell which Macgillivray describes cannot
possibly be the C. compressa of Montagu. In allusion to this
same shell, the Professor “strangely confounds” two shells, and
refers to a species which is totally distinct;—he says, “‘ Brown’s
Crassina sulcata (pl. XVII, fig. 10, of First Edition, and pl.
XXXVIIL. of the present) cannot be Montagu’s Venus sulcata,
the margin in the former being crenate, in the latter plain.”
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Montagu, in describing that species, says, “the edge crenated.”
(Page 131.)
With respect to Crassina multicostata being “strangely
confounded” with C. elliptica by several authors, I have not
observed these. The former shell was first figured, described,
and named by me in the VIII. vol. of the Wernerian Memoirs.
It is a Fossil species belonging to the Newer Pliocene Depo-
sits, and has neyer been found recent to my knowledge. The
Professor is decidedly in error in referring my C. convexiscula
to this species.
Genus PotysToMELLA.—(Page 1.)
4. PonysToMELLA GULIELMINZE.
Polystomella Gulielmine, Macgillivray, Moll., p. 315.
Shell orbicular, discoidal, equally convex on both sides, and
compressed, slanting to a thin subcarinated ambit or back; ex-
ternal volution consisting of about fifteen radiating chambers,
elevated, narrow, and convex, with transversely sulcated concave
interstices ; centres elevated, and the aperture semilunar, con-
vex, thickened at the margin, and moderately raised, with its
sides embracing the next convolution. Diameter about the
sixteenth of an inch.
Found by Professor Macgillivray, on the beach near Aber-
deen, adhering to Terebelle and Pectenarie.
5. PoLysTOMELLA CRENULATA.
Polystomella crenulata, Macgillivray, Moll., p. 316.
Shell nearly round, discoidal, considerably compressed, with
somewhat convex sides; ambit rounded; external volution pro-
vided with about twenty inflated, curved, transversely crenated
chambers; partitions concave and crenated; aperture semilunar,
narrow, convex; colour bluish-grey. Diameter about the fif-
teenth of an inch.
Differs from P. crispa, in being much less, and in having the
entire surface and grooves crenated, and with a convex margin.
Found by Professor Macgillivray, in shell sand from Cruden
Bay, and on the beach at Aberdeen, adhering to Terebella
conchilega.
6. PortysToMELLA NAuTILINA.
Polystomella Nautilina, Macgillivray, Moll., p. 317.
Shell nautiliform, with umbilicated, somewhat convex sides;
ambit rounded; external volution with from ten to twelve
small slightly inflated, narrow, smooth, glossy chambers, which
increase gradually, and then rapidly towards the last cell, which
is large, and granulated towards the umbilicus; partitions de-
pressed, curved, and slightly striated; flat, with two medial
ridges, provided with two series of pores, and a nearly flat
cover; aperture cordiform, and embracing the next convolution;
colour greyish-white. * Diameter about the fiftieth of an inch.
Found by Professor Macgillivray, adhering to Ter ebella conchi-
lega, on the beach near Aberdeen, where it is not uncommon.
Genus Lacrena.—(Page 3.)
7. LacEna cGiozosa, pl. LVI, f. 37.
Lagena globosa, First Ed., pl. 1, f.37; Fleming, Edin. Ency.,
VIL, p. 68, pl. 204, f. 10; Vermiculum globosum, Montagu, p.
523:
Shell somewhat flask-shaped, white, smooth, transparent ;
aperture small, and nearly orbicular; base rounded.
MOLLUSCA.
Found at Sandwich; rare.
8. LaGENA RETICULATA.
Lagenula reticulata, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 38.
Shell somewhat ovately globose, considerably compressed,
white, smooth, glossy, and pellucid, with many internal, irregu-
lar, opaque, white, reticulated, quadrate spaces; internal cavity
simple, with parietal cells; aperture terminal, oval, and ample.
Length about the thirty-sixth part of an inch; breadth con-
siderably less.
Found by Professor Macgillivray, among shells and corallines,
from the Bay of Aberdeen.
Genus 6.—TricuotTropis.—Broderip.
Turbinated, carinated, umbilicated; aperture large, and
entire; columella obliquely truncated; outer lip thin, sharp ;
covered with a horny epidermis, produced into long cilie ;
operculum horny, and elastic.
1. Tricnorropis acuminata, pl. LVII, f. 15.
Trichotropis acuminata, Jeffreys, MSS.; Lusus wmbilicatus,
Brown, Wernerian Mem., VIII, p. 50, pl. 1, f. 2.
Shell with seven turreted, deeply defined volutions, tapering
abruptly to an acute apex, and obliquely flattened above; body
provided with seven strong, transverse ribs, and the volutions of
the spire with three each; ribs and interstices crossed by fine,
oblique, longitudinal striae, which are hardly visible without the
aid of a lens; aperture semi-ovate; pillar lip broadly reflected
on the columella, behind which is an elongated umbilicus, ex-
tending nearly to the base of the shell; outer lip thin, and cre-
nulated on the exterior margin by the ribs. Length upwards
of half an inch; diameter of body nearly three-eighths.
Dredged from deep water in Rothesay Bay, by James Smith,
Esq., of Jordan Hill; and has since been found at Oban,
Argyleshire, by J. Gwyer Jeffreys, Esq., of Swansea, Wales.
Genus Buccinum.—(Page 4.)
10. Buccinum carinatum, pl. LVII, f. 18.
Buccinum carinatum, Turton, Conch. Dict., p. 13, pl. 26,
f. 94.
Shell oblong-oval, turreted; body large, inflated; spire small,
consisting of five or six flat-sided, abruptly decreasing volutions,
obliquely flattened above, which, as well as the body, are fur-
nished with a carinated ridge on their superior margin; sutural
line of the spire very fine; whole surface of a pale chestnut-
colour, covered by remote, transverse, parallel, nearly equidistant
strie, upwards of a quarter of an inch apart from each other,
crossed by indistinct, irregular, longitudinal wrinkles; aperture
subovate, dilated, and terminating below in a short canal; outer
lip somewhat thickened at the edge; inner lip smooth, white,
and broadly reflected on the columella, with two slight longitu-
dinal folds on the external side. Length four inches and a
quarter; breadth two inches and a half.
Discovered on the strand at Portmarnock, Ireland, by M. J.
O’Kelly, Esq., and is the specimen from which our drawing was
made. Dr. Turton says another was dredged at Bray, and has
also been found at Bulloch, freland, by the late Mr. Tardy. It
has since been met with at Exmouth.
This may only be a usus of Buccinwn undatum.
MOLLUSCA.
: Genus Fusus.—(Page 6.)
36. Fusus Basytonicus, pl. LVII, f. 19.
Shell fusiform, subeylindrical; body large, obliquely flattened
above; spire not a third the length of the shell, consisting of
five cylindrical, rapidly decreasing volutions, which are obliquely
flattened above, and terminating in an acute apex; the whole
of which, together with the body, with a slight spiral carina on
their superior edge; aperture oblong-oyate, narrow above,
spreading in the centre, and contracted below into a rather
narrow canal of medium length; inner lip small, broadly re-
flected on the columella; whole surface covered by numerous
spiral, somewhat irregular, slightly waved striae, with inequidis-
tant, nearly obsolete, longitudinal wrinkles; colour cream-white ;
the aperture pale golden-yellow.
This shell has much the aspect of Fusus antiquus, and pro-
bably only a dusus of that species. I found it on the strand,
opposite Hull, and it is now in the splendid cabinet of Thomas
Norris, Esq., Red Vales, near Bury, Lancashire.
37. Fusus Boorun, pl. LVII, f. 12.
Fusus Boothii, Brown, Wernerian Mem., VIII, p. 50, pl. 1,
fle
Shell strong, with eight deeply defined, well rounded volu-
tions, tapering to an acute apex; provided with numerous,
slightly oblique, strong, longitudinal ribs, which, together with
the interstices, are crossed by close-set, strong, spiral strie,
between most of which are finer striae, giving the shell a lamel-
lated aspect; suture of the spire broad, concave, and not cros-
sed by the ribs, but spirally striate; aperture oblong-ovate, a
little contracted above, and furnished with two longitudinal
purple belts, leaving the margin next the outer lip white; pillar
lip white, smooth, with a slight longitudinal groove near its
external margin, and furnished with a brownish-purple spot
above; outer lip thick, flattened on the edge with a zigzag
groove in its centre, and a slightly rounded sinus above, at its
junction with the body; outer margin crenated; canal short,
and wide; external surface of a deep chocolate-brown. Length
five and a half eighths of an inch; breadth somewhat more than
a quarter of an inch.
This beautiful species was dredged in Rothesay Bay, by
Mr. Smith, and, with it, the fragment of a shell of the same
species, measuring upwards of three-eighths of an inch in
diameter, so that this species must attain the size of nearly an
When we first removed it from the dredge, we took it
for the F. purpureus, but on a more close examination, we
inch.
found it to differ from that shell in the following particulars.
It has fewer volutions, the spire is shorter, and not quite so
taper, in the thickness and other characters of the outer lip
it differs materially, and it is destitute of the stria inside the
aperture.
30. Fusus carinatus, pl. LVI], f. 20.
Murex carinatus, Penuant, Brit. Zool., [V, p. 123; Dono-
van, pl. 109; Turton, Conch. Dict., p. 88, pl. 27, f. 95.
I consider this a mere dusus of Fusus antiquus, which is by
no means uncommon in Ireland, sometimes with two, and at
others with three carine. This is figured from a specimen in
the possession of M. J. O’Kelly, Esq.; and Robert Ball, Esq.,
of Dublin, obliged me with a large specimen which is only
bicarinated; and probably figures 10 and 13, pl. VI, is another
form of the same.
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Genus Pyramis.—(Page 14.)
22. Pyramis Trirasciatus, pl. VIII, f. 30.
Pyranis trifasciatus, First Ed., pl. 51, f. 30; Turbo trifas-
ciatus, Adams, Linn. Tr., V, p. 2 pl. 1, f. 13, 14; Turbo unifas-
ciatus, Montagu, p. 327.
Shell smooth, conic, white; spire with four slightly inflated
volutions, separated by a narrow and shallow suture; with
three purplish-brown bands on the body yolution, which
become confluent in the two lower volutions of the spire,
situate close to the suture; aperture suboval; outer lip thin,
and very slightly reflexed ; columellar lip somewhat thickened,
and reflected.
Found, but rarely, on the shore at Southampton; and Bur-
ran Island, Devonshire.
Genus PLEuRoToma.—(Page 8.)
4. PLEvRoToMA TREVELLIANUM, pl. LVI, f. 1.
Pleurotoma Trevellianum, Turton, Mag. Nat. Hist., VII, p.
3515; Macgillivray, Moll., p. 172.
Shell fusiform, turreted; body about double the length of
the spire; which consists of six turreted, flat-sided, nearly
cylindrical volutions, flattened above, abruptly diminishing, and
terminating in an acute apex; sutural line very narrow; aper-
ture pure white, oblong-ovate, terminating in a canal of medium
length; outer lip with a pretty deep, rounded sinus near its
junction with the body; inner lip smooth, glossy, and rather
broadly reflected on the columella; whole surface of a pale
yellowish-white, and covered with numerous, close-set, longi-
tudinal, smooth ribs; the interstices covered with many strong,
transverse strie. Length nearly three-quarters of an inch;
breadth about a third of its length.
This shell has much the aspect of Fusis turricula, but will
at once be distinguished from it by the pretty large sinus on
the superior portion of the outer lip; its diameter is also
greater in proportion to its length, and the ribs and strie are
considerably more numerous.
First discovered by Mr. Bean, at Scarborough, where it is
abundant; Macgillivray gives it as a deep water species, off
Aberdeen; and I lately procured it among specimens obtained
by the dredge, at Prestonpans, East Lothian.
5. PLEUROTOMA DECUSSATUM.
Pleurotoma decussatum, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 172.
Shell elongated, fusiform, rather thick; volutions rounded ;
spire tapering to a fine point; suture distinct ; whole covered
with longitudinal ribs, narrower than their interstices, which
are provided with numerous spiral, thin lamin, also crossing
the ribs, on which they form small oblong tubercles; aperture
oblong-ovate, with an elongated, oblique canal; colour ye!low-
ish-white. Length a quarter of an inch.
Found by Professor Macgillivray, in deep water, off Aber-
deen, and at Boddam, near Peterhead.
The Professor says, “It appears to agree with Captain
Brown’s Fusus decussatus.” If so, it must be a Fusus, because
my shell is -totally devoid of the distinguishing character of
Pleurotoma, namely, the sinus in the superior portion of the
outer lip, as will be seen by referring to figures 53 and 55,
plate V.
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Genus 18.—Lacuna.—Turton.
Shell thin, subglobose, or ovately subconical; spire short,
sometimes very short, with a somewhat obtuse apex ; yolutions
somewhat tumid; aperture subrotund, or subovate; outer lip
thin, never reflected, and incomplete posteriorly; columella
usually broad, and depressed, with an elongated, narrow umbili-
cus behind it; whole outer surface covered with a very thin,
horny epidermis.
1. Lacuna retusa, pl. X, f. 52, 53.
Lutea lacuna, First Ed., pl. 46, f. 52, 53.
Shell very thin, subglobose, hyaline, and of a greenish-brown
colour ; spire extremely small, hardly elevated above the body,
and consisting of two yolutions; body with a subcarinated zone
in the centre; aperture obliquely ovate; outer lip thin, and
sharp at the edge; pillar lip narrowly reflected, with a slight
slit behind.
Found at Dunbar, by General Bingham.
2. Lacuna PpALLipuLa, pl. XIII, £17, 19. MNatica palli-
dula, p. 25.
3. Lacuna vineTa, pl. XIII, f. 46. Phasianella vinctus,
p- 9.
4, Lacuna quaprirasciaTa, pl. XIII, f. 35. Turbo qua-
drifasciatus, p. 16.
5. Lacuna pirasciata, pl. XIII, f. 44, 45. Phasianella
bifasciata, p. 10.
6. Lacuna cornea, pl. XIII, f. 47.
p- 10.
7. Lacuna cana is, pl. XIII, f. 48.
p: 9.
8. Lacuna FascraTa, pl. XIII, f. 54.
ciata, p. 10.
9. Lacuna Monracut, pl. LVII, f. 8.
Helix lacuna, Montagu, p. 428, pl. 13, f. 6; Maton and
Rackett, p. 201.
Shell thin, smooth, pellucid, subglobose, of a light horn-
colour; body large, tumid; spire small, consisting of three
Phasianella cornea,
Phasianella canalis,
Phasianella fas-
depressed volutions, the apicial one very small, and placed
somewhat laterally; aperture large, suboval; outer lip very
thin; pillar lip reflected, and white; with a groove-like canal,
which terminates in a small, but deep umbilicus. Length a
quarter of an inch; breadth nearly the same.
Montagu,—on whose authority we give this shell,—says, “it
must not be confounded with Lacuna pallidula, whose pillar
lip is somewhat of the same form, but much broader; the smal-
ler volutions more lateral, and more compressed; the body and
mouth also are greatly larger.”
Found on the Devonshire coast, and on the shore near
Southampton.
Genus 2].—Marcarira.—Leach.
Shell trochiform, depressed; volutions few, well defined by
the suture; base of body subdepressed, and provided with a
large umbilicus; aperture nearly circular, and covered by a
horny operculum, consisting of few yolutions.
1. Marcarira aurea, pl. X, f.23. Turbo aureus, p. 17.
2. Marcarira carne, pl. X, f. 36,37. Turbo carneus,
p- 17
MOLLUSCA.
3. MArGARITA MARGARITACEA, pl. X, f. 28, 29. Turbo
margarita, p. 17.
4. Marcarira oxtvacka, pl. X, f. 30,31. Turbo olivacea,
p: 17.
Genus 22.—LitTrorina.—Férussac.
Shell turbinated, generally ovate, or oblong-ovate, for the
most part thick and solid; spire acuminated and subturreted
in some species; very short and obtuse at the apex in others;
aperture entire, round, or slightly elliptical, sometimes a little
acute obove; outer lip sharp-edged, thickened within; colu-
mella somewhat flattened ; operculum spiral, horny, and elastic,
consisting of a few rapidly enlarging volutions, and furnished
with a central nucleus.
This genus to be substituted for that of TurBo, page 15: it
also comprehends the genus NERITOIDES, p. 25, and consists of
the following species, namely,
1. Lirrorina LitTorEa, pl. X, f. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9.
Turbo littoreus, p. 15.
2. Lirrorina rupis, pl. X, f. 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 25.
Turbo rudis, p. 15.
3. Lirrortna Jucosa, pl. X, f. 15, 16. Turbo jugosus,
p- 16.
4, Lirrorina
brosus, p. 16.
5. Lirrorina
p- 16.
6. Lirrorina
p- 16.
7. LirtTorina
8. LirrorIna
9. LirroriIna
p- 16.
10. Lirrorina NERITIFORMA, pl. X, f. 24. Turbo neriti-
Sormis, p. 17.
11. Lirrorrna Fasatis, pl. X, f. 38, 39.
p- 17.
12. Lirrorina sTRIATULA, pl. X, f. 33, 34.
tulus, p. 17.
13. Lirrorina NERITOIDEs, pl. XIII, f. 14, 15, 21, 22.
Nevitoides littoralis, p. 25.
14. Lirrorina sExatitts, pl. LVII, f. 21, 22.
Littorina sexatilis, Johnston, Trans. Berwick. Nat. Hist.
Club, III, p. 268; Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 138; Turbo sex-
atilis, Bean, MSS.
Shell moderately thick, subglobose, slightly conical; length
and diameter nearly equal; spire about a third of the length,
consisting of three spirally striated volutions, divided by a deep,
well defined suture; body somewhat flattened above, and a little
angular below; aperture ample, nearly orbicular, and deep cho-
colate-brown within; outer lip thin, and united to the body in
an angular form; inner lip narrowly reflected on the columella,
and provided with a slight callosity, and is of a brownish-purple
colour; external surface varying in colour, being white, yellow,
or cinereous, tesselated with dull brown or olive. Length and
diameter upwards of a quarter of an inch.
Found on the Yorkshire coast, by Mr. Bean, of Scarborough;
and Professor Macgillivray gives as localities the Aberdeenshire
and Kincardine coasts.
TENEBROSA, pl. X, f. 18,19. Turbo tene-
peTR#A, pl. X, f. 17. Turbo petreus,
LABIATA, pl. X, f. 20,21. Turbo labiata,
VENTRICOSA. Turbo ventricosus, p. 16.
DISPAR, pl. X, f.22. Turbo dispar, p. 16.
ziczac, pl. X, f. 26, 27. Turbo ziczac,
Turbo fabalis,
Turbo stria-
MOLLUSCA.
Genus Rissoa.—(Page 10.)
56. RissoA TRISTRIATA.
Rissoa tristriata, Thompson, Ann. Nat. Hist., V, pl. 2, f. 10;
Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 151.
Shell conical, ovate, thin, glossy, subdiaphanous; body ven-
tricose, somewhat longer than the spire; spire consisting of
four moderately conyex volutions, defined by a rather shallow
sutural line, which is accompanied by a narrow spiral line, with
also two smaller lines and three striw, terminating in a rather
obtuse apex ; aperture large, of a short oval form, and occupy-
ing about half the length of the body; outer lip thin, destitute
of any thickening behind; colour yellowish-white, the body
with three bands of squarish red-coloured spots. Length a
twelfth of an inch; diameter two-thirds of its length.
Found by Mr. Alexander Murry, in shell sand, from the Bay
of Cruden.
57. Rissoa GRACILIs.
Rissoa gracilis, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 152.
Shell thin, pellucid, glossy, turreted, subcylindrical ; consist-
ing of six moderately convex yolutions, defined by a deep
sutural line; aperture obliquely ovate, a little contracted above,
occupying about a fourth of the entire length of the shell; outer
lip complete, a little thickened externally; inner lip narrowly
reflected on the columella, with a slight cavity behind; body
ferruginous around the aperture; spire cream-white. Length
somewhat more than the twelfth of an inch; diameter a fourth
of its length.
In form it resembles Rissoa striata, but is more elongated,
and is nearly allied to Rissoa ruber, which, however, is less
attenuated with a rounded aperture.
Found by Miss Anne Macgillivray, in shell sand, on the
beach between the estuaries of the Dee and Don, Aberdeen-
shire.
Genus Trocuus.—(Page 18.)
14. Trocunus Martini, pl. LVII, f. 11.
Trochus Martini, Brown, Wernerian Mem., VIII, p. 51, pl.
It. 26.
Shell conical; consisting of seven flat-sided volutions, well
defined by the suture, and terminating in an acute apex; the
whole covered with five or six tuberculated spiral ridges, which
can only be distinctly seen by the aid of a strong lens, the
lower ridge of each yolution being more prominent than the
others; base imperforate, flat, and a little concave, furnished
with numerous tuberculate, concentric ridges; whole surface
citron or flesh-coloured, streaked with nearly equidistant, red-
dish-brown, irregularly-shaped spots; aperture subquadrate,
compressed, and nacred within.
First discovered by Major Martin, of Mayville, Ayrshire ; it
has since been dredged by Mr. Smith, of Jordan Hill, in the
Kyles of Bute; by Professor Forbes, off the Isle of Man; and
near Dublin, by Mr. Alder, of Newcastle; and is said to have
been found on the Aberdeenshire coast.
5. Trocuus PERForatus, p. 18, pl. LVII, f. 9, 10.
Genus TornaTELLa.—(Page 21.)
2. TORNATELLA PELLUCIDA.
Tornatella pellucida, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 158.
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Shell ovate, very thin, diaphanous, and glossy, conical, some-
what fusiform; volutions divided by a well defined sutural line,
nearly flattened on the sides, and tapering to a sharp apex,
and are longitudinally striulated, and spirally striated; body
nearly twice as broad as the length of the spire, more deeply
striated at the base and towards the suture, where there are
two punctulate impressed lines, the basal stria minutely crenu-
late; edge of the volutions simply incurved; aperture oblong,
narrow, the superior angle being considerably contracted by the
convexity of the lower volution of the spire; outer lip
extremely thin; columella with an obscure plait; colour cream-
white, with two faint reddish bands on the body. Length
somewhat more than an eighth of an inch; diameter more than
half its length.
“Tt closely resembles a young Tornatella fasciata, but differs
in having the spire longer and more pointed, in wanting the
channel in the suture formed by the inyolution of the spiral
turns, in having two impressed lines near the posterior margin
of the turns, and in being differently coloured. The three
reddish bands, however, are analogous to the reddish spaces
between the white bands in Tornatella fasciata.”
Found in the Bay of Aberdeen, by Professor Macgillivray.
3. TOoRNATELLA PUSILLA.
Tornatella pusilla, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 158; Voluta
Susiformis, Turton, Conch. Dict., p. 259.
Shell very thin, transparent, glossy, ovate, conical, and sub-
fusiform; spire with three distinctly divided, slightly convex
yolutions, tapering to an obtuse apex; body about twice as
broad as the length of the spire, with three spiral, punctulate
strie, which are strongest below, obsolete and distant on the
upper two-thirds, crowded towards the suture; aperture oblong,
narrow, considerably contracted at its upper extremity, by the
convexity of the lower volutions; outer lip extremely thin ;
columella with an inconspicuous, oblique, obtuse plait or nodo-
sity, terminating the inner lip; colour cream-white. Length
one-twelfth of an inch; breadth half the length.
“ This species has the spire shorter than Tornatella fasciata
and Tornatella pellucida. It seems to agree in most respects
with Turton’s Voluta fusiformis, but differs in being only a
third of the size, and spirally striate.”
Genus Jaminta.—(Page 21.)
10. JAMINIA SCALARIS.
Odostomia scalaris, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 154.
Shel] thin, transparent, and glossy, ovately conical; consisting
of five faintly striated, moderately conyex volutions, well defined
by a canaliculate suture, towards which the superior margin is
suddenly inflexed; aperture ovate, occupying nearly the whole
length of the body; outer lip thin; columellar lip somewhat
inflexed, and terminating in a prominent plait on the columella;
colour cream-white. Length not a twelfth of an inch; breadth
half its length.
Macgillivray says’ “this species differs from all the others, in
having the pillar lip inflexed, in wanting the umbilicus, and in
the subscalar form of the spire.”
Found by Professor Macgillivray, in shell sand, between the
estuaries of the Dee and the Don, Aberdeenshire.
11. JAMINIA PLICATULA.
Odostomia plicatula, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 156.
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Shell conical, ovate; consisting of five deeply defined, rather
thick, opaque, glossy, flat-sided volutions, covered with longitu-
dinal, fine, plicated striaw, which terminate about the centre of
the body volution, and are succeeded by three or four spiral
striae, the lower portion of the body plain; aperture occupying
not quite half the length of the body, ovate, subangular below,
and somewhat acute above; outer lip rather thin; columellar
lip provided with a slight plait. Length not quite the twenty-
fourth of an inch; diameter about half its length.
«Similar to Jaminia interstriata, but differing in having the
volutions more flattened, the plice more numerous, the colu-
mellar plait smaller, and in having the spiral strie on the
body.”
Found by Professor Macgillivray, among shell sand, on the
beach near the Broadhill, Aberdeenshire.
12. JaminiA Marion.
Odostomia Marione, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 156.
Shell thin, diaphanous, glossy, conical, ovate; with five
volutions, which are finely plicated longitudinally, and deli-
cately striated spirally; the superior edge of each volution
in the form of a plaited rib; aperture ovate, occupying nearly
the entire length of the body; outer lip slightly thickened,
not reflexed on the pillar, but ending in a very slight plait
behind the umbilicus, which is very small; colour cream-
white. Length the twenty-fourth of an inch; diameter half
its length.
“ The peculiar markings of this species render it one of the
most easily recognised of the genus. The tooth is so little
apparent, were not the peristome incomplete for a short space,
it might be referred to the genus Rissoa, to which it forms the
transition.”
Found by Professor Macgillivray, in shell sand, between the
estuaries of the Dee and Don.
13. JAmiIniA ANNE.
Odostoma Anne, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 157.
Shell thick, opaque, glossy, white, oblong, turreted; spire
consisting of four flat-sided volutions, which are divided by a
shallow sutural line; body convex, and proportionably large ;
aperture ovate, nearly a third of the whole length; outer lip
thin; the inner lip somewhat inflexed, and terminating in a
small plait on the columella, opposite the slight umbilicus.
Length the twenty-fourth of an inch; diameter a third of its
length.
Distinguished from all the others by its peculiar form.
Found by Miss Anne Macgillivray.
14. JAMINIA OBLONGA.
Odostomia oblonga, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 157.
Shell oblong, subcylindrical, gradually tapering to an obtuse
apex; spire with four flat-sided volutions, divided by a deep
sutural line, the three superior ones smooth, the lower one,
together with the body, with numerous, fine, longitudinal ribs ;
aperture ovate, a fourth of the whole length; the outer lip
terminating about the middle of the columella, in a prominent
Length scarcely a twenty-
fourth of an inch; diameter a third of its length.
plait, running into the interior.
“Very similar in form and markings to Rissoa (Pyramis)
truncata ; but not a third of the size, and having the essential
character of an Odostomia.” (Jaminia.)
MOLLUSCA.
Genus Natica—(Page 24.)
7. Natica HELECOIDES, pl. XIII, f. 24, 25.
Natica helecéides, Johnstone, Trans. Berwick Club, 1835, p.
266; Lyell, Phil. Mag., s. 3, v. XVI, p. 365, f. 12; Jeffreys,
Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VIII, p. 165.
Shell thin, ovate; body large, inflated; spire small, consist-
ing of three rather tumid volutions, well defined by the sutural
line, and terminating in a somewhat obtuse apex; aperture
oblong-ovate, oblique; outer lip thin, and sharp at the edge;
inner lip narrow, with a simple umbilical line behind; whole
surface covered with a very thin epidermis, of a pale yellowish-
white. Length nearly three-eighths of an inch; breadth about
a quarter.
Found on the Berwickshire coast, by Dr. Johnstone; in the
Frith of Forth, by my friend Dr. Knapp, of Edinburgh, from
whose specimen I took my figure; and Mr. Jeffreys found it by
dredging in Lerwick Sound, Zetland.
8. Natica nitTipA, pl. XIII, f. 7, 11.
Natica mammilla, First Ed., pl. 43, f. 7, 11; Maton and
Rackett, p. 225; Nerita nitida, Donovan, LV, pl. 144; Mon-
tagu, Sup., p. 149; Natica nitida, Fleming, p. 319.
Shell subovate, white, very glossy, and smooth; body very
large, inflated; spire small, consisting of four slightly rounded
volutions, with a very slight sutural line, a little flattened
towards the margin, terminating in an acute apex; aperture
a little oblique, semilunar, rounded both above and below;
outer lip thin at the edge; inner lip narrow; umbilicus striated
internally, and almost entirely filled by a callus process; whole
surface with extremely fine, nearly obsolete strie, which can
only be seen by the aid of a strong lens. Length upwards of
three-eighths of an inch; breadth a quarter.
Found near Caithness; the Friths of Forth and Clyde.
9. NATICA RUTILA.
Natica rutila, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 126.
Shell thick, glossy, subglobose, its breadth more than its
length; spire short, consisting of three spirally striate, much
inflated volutions, with a narrow, channelled suture, which is
margined by a white band; body ventricose; aperture sub-
ovate, and placed obliquely, its inner side nearly straight; outer
lip thin; inner lip thickened; umbilicus strongly sulcated; where
it is somewhat reflexed, but not prominent; external surface of
a dull greyish-red, base of a paler hue; inside reddish-white ;
operculum semicircular, cornuous, and spirate.
This species seems intermediate between WVatica monilifera,
and Natica rufa of Montagu.
Found by Mr. Alexander Murray, at Frazerburgh.
10. NaTICA SQUALIDA.
Natica squalida, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab. p.128.
Shell thick, subglobose; body large; spire small, depressed,
with two and a half inflated, spirally striated volutions, termi-
nating in an obtuse apex, defined by a subcanaliculate suture ;
aperture ovate, somewhat angulated below, oblique, and double
the length of the spire; inner lip reflected over the columella,
but very thin, and leaving rather a deep fissure in the umbilical
space, on which there is no callosity ; colour yellowish-white.
Length three and a half twelfths of an inch; breadth three-
twelfths.
This species “bears a great aflinity to Natica helicoides, of
MOLLUSCA.
which it may possibly be merely a variety. The specimen,
however, presents characters perfectly distinct from it.”
Found by Miss Anne Macgillivray, among corallines brought
up from deep water off Aberdeen.
Genus TEsTacELLA.—(Page 54.)
ANIMAL with an elongated body, narrowed in front, and
provided with two divergent grooves, issuing from the fore
part of the mantle, and terminating at the head; mantle small,
covered with an auriform shell, situate on the hinder part of
the body.
1. Testacetta Hatiororpea, pl. LIX, f. 17.
Testacellus Haliotoides, Férussac, Hist. Moll., pl. 8, f. 5;
Testacella Haliotoidea, Drapernaud, pl. 8, f. 44, 45; Thomp-
son, Ann. and Mag. Zool. and Bot., VI, p. 19; Ib., Mag. Nat.
Hist., VII, p. 226, f. 39.
ANIMAL with cylindrical tentacles; grey, yellowish, or pale
reddish; spotted on the sides beneath in some specimens; body
elongate, tapering from the shield to the head.
Found in a garden, at Lambeth, by Mr. Sowerby.
Genus Limax.—Férussac—(Page 55.)
ANIMAL with an elongated, lanceolate, granular body, cari-
nated behind; mantle shield-shaped, ovate, concentrically
lineated, entirely enveloping the shell; end of the tail taper-
ing, and destitute of a gland; pulmonary cavity situated in
front of the body, respiratory orifice towards the hinder part
of its edge, or behind the middle; infracesophageal ganglion
provided with two fissures below, presenting on each side of
the medial line three gangliform prominences.
The following is the arrangement of the Rey. B. J. Clarke.
Section I—Mantle produced behind, concentrically striate ;
tail partially carinated.
1. Lrimax Maximus, pl. LVIII, f. 3.
Limax Maximus, Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist., VI,
p- 18; Clarke, Ib., XII, p. 333, pl. 10, f. 1, 2; Limax macu-
latus, Miiller, p. 8; Drapernaud, p. 124, pl. 7, f. 10.
Animat ash-coloured, spotted or immaculate; tentacles
venous-coloured; keel long, white, and acute; mantle with its
hinder extremity produced, shield-shaped; skin with small,
linear rugosities, converging towards the caudal extremity.
Variety 1. Drapernaud; pl. LVIII, f.3. Shield spotted ;
back with black, longitudinal, broad lineations.
Variety 2, pl. LVIII, f.3. Ash-colowred and black.
Cinereo-niger, Nilsson, p. 7.
2. Limax arporeus, pl. LIX, f. 9, 10, 11, 12, 13.
Limax arboreus 2? M. Bouchard Chantreux, Cat. des Moll.
terres. et fluy. du Pas de Calais; Limax glaucus, Clarke, Ann.
and Mag. Nat. Hist., XII, p. 334, pl. 11, f. 4 to 10.
ANIMAL whitish-yellow, smooth, and variegated; shield with
two black, dorsal bands; tentacles obscure.
Found on trees covered with muss; the Ash and Elm seem
a favourite resort.
Section II—Mantle rounded behind, and concentrically
striate ; end of the tail carinated.
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3. Limax Fiavus, pl. LIX, f. 7, 8.
Limazr flavus, Drapernaud; Clarke, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist. XII, p. 338, pl. 11, f. 11, 12; Limax variegatus,
Férussac.
Anrmat yellowish, spotted with brown; the tentacles azure-
blue; mantle mottled with yellow; body more or less-spotted
with yellow, and the sides pale yellow.
Found in cellars and damp ground floors, and rarely upon
trees.
Section III_—Mantle truncated behind, concentrically stri-
ate ; end of tail carinated.
4. Liwax acrestis, pl. LIX, f. 16.
Limax agrestis, Linn. Syst. Nat. Il, p. 1082; Nunneley,
Local Cat., pl. 1, f.4; Thompson, Ann. and Mag. Nat. Hist.,
VI, p. 19; Clarke, Ib., XII, p. 338, pl. 12, f. 13.
ANIMAL grey or reddish, frequently spotted with brown;
body with interrupted furrows, and provided with a short,
oblique carina; mantle large, ovate, rounded behind, and con-
centrically striate.
Inhabits fields and open situations.
Section IV.— Mantle truncated behind, granulated or sha-
greened ; back carinated from the mantle to the extremity.
5. Limax Sowersii, pl. LVIII, f. 6, and pl. LIX, f. 14.
Limax Sowerbii, Férussac, Hist. Moll. pl. 8 D, f. 7; Alder,
Mag. Zool. and Bot., II, p. 105; Clarke, Ann. and Mag. Nat.
Hist., XII, p. 338, pl. 12, f. 14, 15.
ANIMAL pale yellow, tessellated with brown, head and ten-
tacles black; mantle granulated, with a furrow near its margin ;
dorsal keel amber-coloured, and very conspicuous; sides cream-
white.
Found in open situations.
6. Lrimax cacates, pl. LVIII, f. 4, 5, and pl. LIX, f. 2,
3, 4, 5, 6.
Limax gagates, Drapernaud, pl. 9, f. 1, 2; Clarke, Ann. and
Mag. Nat. Hist., XII, p. 339, pl. 12, f. 16 to 22.
ANIMAL shining black; body with subrugose strix, the back
carinated; mantle truncated posteriorly, and granulated; cir-
cumscribed by an elevated ridge, which meets in a point near
the pulmonary orifice, making the upper portion of the mantle
appear more prominent than the rest; back abruptly carinated
its whole length from the mantle; when at rest the keel pro-
jects above the mantle, and forms a carinated ridge.
Variety 1. Feérussac; pl. LVIII, f. 4, 5, and pl. LIX, f. 2.
Lead-colowred or greyish-black.
Variety 2. Clarke. Brown; with the sides of the mantle
yellowish.
Found by the Rey. B. J. Clarke, at Tourmakady Lodge, on
the borders of Lough Mash, Ireland.
Sus-Genus Buttza—(Page 57.)
3. BuLL#A CATENULIFERA.
Bull@a catenulifera, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab.; p. 187.
Shell very thin, transparent, pure white, oblong, cylindrical,
truncate above, wider and rounded below; aperture extending
the whole length of the shell, narrowed above for about a
fourth of its space, and then dilated into an oblong truncated
form; outer lip very thin; columella exposed, and gently
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waved; surface with regular, well defined, divergent, longi-
tudinal, moniliform striz, or presenting the appearance of two
undulating lines intersecting each other, and faint lines of
growth. Length a quarter of an inch; breadth an eighth.
Common in deep water, off Aberdeen.
Genus 7.—Hatis.—Risso.
Shell subovate, spire short, convex, obtuse, volutions rapidly
‘diminishing, separated by an impressed suture; body very
large, tumid; aperture large, subovately-trigonal, acute above,
curved below, and terminating in a rather wide notch; outer
lip thin; inner lip formed by the thin-edged, sinous columella
before, destitute of an umbilicus.
This genus to follow Utricutws, page 58.
1. Haris FLeminciana.
Halia Flemingiana, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 189.
MOLLUSCA.
Shell thin, brittle, glossy, semitransparent, subovate; spire
consisting of three convex volutions, separated by a distinct
suture, and terminating in a very obtuse apex; aperture sub-
ovately-trigonal, two-thirds of the entire length, contracted
above; outer lip with a thin margin, and forming the fourth of
a circle; inner lip sinous, its superior half formed by the body-
volution, the inferior by the thin flexous edge of the columella,
the lower extremity curved to the left in a short and rather
wide canal; colour pure white. Length upwards of half an
inch ; diameter half its length.
Found by Mr. James Smith, in deep water, off Aberdeen.
Genus PaTELLa—(Pege 63.)
3. Paretra rutva, Miiller, Zool. Dan. I, pl. 24, f.1, 2, 3.
Patella Forbesii, page 64.
CLASS CONCHIFERA.
Genus PecTen—(Page 71.)
16. Pecten IsaBeLtiz.
Pecten Isabella, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 225.
Shell ovate, rounded, nearly equivalve, slightly convex;
having twenty-four slender, compressed, rounded ribs, with
very numerous, thin-edged lamellz, which towards the margin
are elevated into triangular, compressed, acute spines; the
interstices with transverse, scalar lamelle; ears yery unequal,
being in length as one to two, with divergent sulci, transversely
lamellate, and echinated; margins of the upper valves under
the auricular process provided with four conical spines, and
a series is continued on the surface to the umbo, which is
smooth and glossy ; colour white, lower valve tinged with pink.
Length three-twelfths of an inch; breadth somewhat less.
«This most beautiful Pecten cannot be at all confounded
with Pecten varius or Pecten niveus, to which it is allied in its
mode of echination.”
Found by Professor Macgillivray, among Ascidiz and coral-
lines, from the Aberdeenshire coast.
Gents Moptota—(Page 77.)
7- Moprora Battin, pl. XXXVIL, f. 36.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate; umbones placed very near
to one side; a slight groove or furrow emanates from the um-
bones, and terminates in an oblique line on the margin of the
anterior side, on which the colour is golden-yellow; covered
with a very glossy, olivaceous epidermis, which in certain lights
exhibits a metallic lustre; inside highly pearlaceous, with trans-
verse wrinkles towards the extremity; the surface exhibiting
gold and coppery metallic reflections, and studded with a num-
ber of small circular pits, like those left by the small-pox.
Found at Yougal, by Robert Ball, Esq.
Genus Crctas—(Page 93.)
5. Cyctas citrina, pl. XXXVI, f. 37.
Cyclas flavescens ? Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 246.
Shell very thin, subdiaphanous, and slightly elliptical; very
ventricose, a little inequilateral, nearly hemispherical; umbones
large, prominent, inflated, and rounded; covered with a rather
dull citron-coloured epidermis, beneath which the surface is
irregularly and strongly striated concentrically, with two or
three lines of growth.
Discovered by Thomas Glover, Esq., of Smedley Hill, Man-
chester, in the Leven, a little way below the Lake of Winder-
mere, Westmorland. Length about two and a half eighths of
an inch.
This shell differs from Cyclas cornea, in being more orbicu-
lar, in the umbones being much larger, more prominent, and
bulging, and it never attains so large a size as that species.
Gencs Pisipium— (Page 94.)
7. Pistprum JoANnis.
Pisidium Joannis, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 248.
Shell transversely-ovate, moderately convex, thin, glossy;
both sides well rounded; umbones tumid, obtuse, with smooth
beaks, and placed nearest the anterior side; whole surface with
numerous, concentric striz, the intervening furrows broader,
smooth, and glabrous, with several well marked lines of
growth; hinge line a little arcuated; colour greyish-yellow.
Length two-twelfths of an inch; breadth two and a half
twelfths.
Found by Mr. Leslie, in a ditch and pond of the Professor
of Medicine, and afterwards by Professor Macgillivray, in a ditch
near the Links of Old Aberdeen, where it is very abundant.
8 Pistprom JENYNSII.
Pisidium Jenynsii, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab. p. 249; Pisidium
pulchellum, var., Jenyns.
Shell transversely and obliquely ovate, somewhat tumid, very
thin, and glossy; with regular, distinct, concentric striz, a few
more conspicuous lines of growth, and very faint radiating
striule; umbones tumid, obtuse, considerably nearer the ante-
rior side, which forms about a third of the segment of a circle,
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its slope being convex, and about a third shorter than the pos-
terior side; colour cream-white. Breadth nearly two-twelfths
of an inch; length not quite a twelfth.
Found among the roots of aquatic plants, in a ditch between
Aberdeen and Spital.
Genus PsamMosiA.—(Page 101.)
8. PsamMmosia FLORIDA, pl. XXXIX, f. 30.
Psammobia florida, Turton, Biy., p. 86, pl. , f. 6.
Shell transversely oblong-ovate, rather convex, equally round-
ed at both sides; hinge with a single cleft tooth in one valve,
with a pit on each side for the reception of two teeth in the
opposite valve; surface smooth, with close-set, concentric strix,
and minute longitudinal ones; variously marked with transverse
zones of red or yellow, and longitudinally radiated; inside vary-
ing from pale yellow to rich reddish-lilac. Length half an inch;
breadth one inch.
Inhabits the Western coast of England, and the Eastern of
Treland.
9. PsamMosia cosTuLATA, pl. XXXIX, f. 34.
Psammobia costulata, Turton, Bivy., p. 87, pl. 6, f. 8.
Shell transversely oblong-oval, thin, slightly angular at the
anterior end, where there are about twelve fine, divergent, lon-
gitudinal ribs emanating from the umbones, which are straight,
a little prominent, and nearly central; whole surface with very
minute, longitudinal, and somewhat more open transverse striz ;
colour varying from pale yellow to deep purple, and marked
with blotches and stripes of pale crimson; hinge with a slightly
cleft tooth in one valve, locking between two in the other, one
of which is slightly cloven; inside same colour as the external
surface, but more vivid. Length half an inch; breadth an
inch.
Found at Torbay and the Irish Channel.
Genus SPHENIA—(Page 104.)
4. SpHENIA COSTULATA.
Sphenia costulata, Macgillivray, Moll. Ab., p. 301.
Shell convex, very thin, subdiaphanous and glossy, trans-
versely-ovate, equally rounded at both sides, the anterior one
considerably shorter; umbones small, and slightly protruding ;
whole surface with faint, concentric strie, and with about
fifteen slightly elevated, radiating ribs; tooth thin, and of an
elongated lamellar form; colour white. Length a twelfth of
an inch; breadth a twelfth and a half.
Found among shell sand, from the Bay of Cruden, by Mr.
Murray.
Genus 1.—Sty.iFEr.—Broderip.
Shell thin, pellucid, turbinated; spire narrow, its apex a little
off the perpendicular; aperture wide below, and narrowed above,
with an acute termination.
The shells of this genus burrow in the rays of star fish.
1. STYLIFER ASTERICOLA, p. 10, pl. X, f. 40, 41.
Phasianella stylifera.
The genus Stylifer is now transferred to the family Serpu-
lacea, but we have great doubts as to this being its proper
situation in the system.
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AMP ACR Et 1 CAT NODE X
PAGE
ACHATINA.
Achatina acicula ...~XUVna@%. 36
AcME.
Acme fusca . oe AAU BE.
Acme minuta .........cssseeeseee
AGINA. 7» _ 76
Agina purpurea .......seseseee eee
A est peer Sealer)
ALASMODON.
Alasmodon margaritiferus ¥/=/ 83
Alasmodon margaritiferus,
AQGQUGGR |< dadveus-loccsrseee esse a Oe
Alasmodon margaritiferus, var.
MINOT, weee--- ees socseee 83
Alasmodon Seen var.
olivacea... ae 84
Alasmodon margavitfera, var.
Roissyi .. 83
AMPHIDESMA.
Amphidesma Boysii ..!!.=.22..
Amphidesma prismatica /
Amphidesma tenue .
Amphidesma truncata............
eas are
Amphipeplea glutinosa v7... 30
Amphipeplea involuta..X¥4-9 29
Amphipeplea lacustris... ¥%/ -!-2 30
ANATINA.
Aviatinsaarctiess jesscncseesevcaccse
Anatina convexa
Anatina declivis ..
Anatina distorta .......
Anatina pretenuis ..
Anatina pubescens ..
Anatina truncata ..
ANcyLvs.
Ancylus fluviatiles ............... 59
Ancylus lacustris 60
Anopon.
AnodonCygneus ..........0.s0008. 79
Anodon Cygneus, v. EARNS: auarist)
TO THE
GENERA AND SPECIES.
PAGE
AnodonCygneus, v. Avonensis. 80
Anodon Cygneus, v. cellensis .... 79
AnodonCygneus, v. complanata 80
AnodonCygneus, v. contorta ... 81
AnodonCygneus, v.intermedia. 79
Anodon paludosus ............2.5 79
Anodon Cygneus, v. piscinalis ...
Anodon Cygneus, v. ponderosa.. 80
AnodonCygneus, v. rostrata -... 80
AnodonCygneus, v. stagnalis ... 79
AnodonCygneus, v.subrhombea 80
ANOMIA.
Anomia aculeata ............2..00
Anomia cepa ........
Anomia cylindrica ...
Anowia ellectrica ....
Anomia Ephippium...
Anomia fornicata......
Anomia punctata......
Anomia squamula ....
Anomia striolata ....
Anomia tubularis...... re
Anomia undulata..................
APLEXUs.
Aplexus hypnorum ................ 30
ARCA.
Arca barbata ............. 86
Arca fusca ... 86
Arca lactea .. 86
Arca Noe... 86
Arca perforans .. 86
Arca reticulata.. . 86
Arca tetragona........0...ssscereee 86
ARCOPAGIA.
Arcopagia crassa ......... 99
Arcopagia ovata ........00220000. 99
ARION.
Arion empiricorum .......
Arion hortensis ..............00++
ARTEMIS.
Artemis exoleta ...
MATHOIMNIS LiNCES, ..-cocteveust'sctces c+.
ASSIMINIA.
Assiminia Grayana .............4.
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AvIcULA.
Avicula Anglica .............0000 74
Avicula Atlantica . 74
Avicula Hirundo ...............0.. 74
AZECA.
AAZECA\tRIONS, ese causadeceveeetee mR Le
Azor.
Azor antiquatus ..........00s000 113
BaLza
Bala fragilis 37
Balea perversa........0.e0e0ec00se. 37
BaLants.
Balanus balanoides .. 120
Balanus candidus ..... 121
Balanus communis .. ael20
Balanus conoides ... 121
Balanus costatus ... 120
Balanus Cranchii ... 121
Balanus Montagui . 121
Balanus ovularis ..... 120
Balanus punctatus .. 121
Balanus rugosus ... 120
Balanus Scoticus ... 121
Balanus spongicola ............... 121
Binocuina.
Biloculina elliptica ............... 2
Biloculina lactea ........ 2
Biloculina marginata .. 2
Biloculina oblonga ............... 2
BITHIANA.
Bithiana tentaculata ...
Bithiana ventricosa...............
Brocuus.
Brochus annulatus ...
Brochus arcuatus...
Brochus glaber.... . 124
Brochus levis ...... 125
Brochus reticulatus ... 124
Brochus striatus ...... 125
Brochus trachiformis ............ 124
Buccinvm.
Buccinum Anglicanum .......... 4
Buccinum acuminatum ......... 4
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Buccinum breve ....... 4
Buccinum carinatum . 126
Buccinum fusiforme .. 1
Buccinum glaciale ............... 4
Buccinum Einnpleeyeaniite E, 4
Buccinum obtusulum ............ 4
Buccinum ovum .... 4
Buccinum undatum 4
Burmvs.
Bulimus acutus ...... 37
Bulimus Tackhareanee 36
Bulimus lubricus ... 36
Bulimus montanus ............... 36
Bulimus obscurus.................. 36
Burra
Bullatalbalss.sscesessteseussce sone 56
Bulla Cranchii ..... we OF
Bulla denticulata...........0.....- 57
Bulla emarginata.............00... 57
Bulla Hydatis ..... 57
Bullaonaria\ cc.cewscecdeveeseers 56
Bulla producta.. 57
Bulla striata... ed atten OT
Bulla zondta wicca. cetcecccerclees 56
BuLLma.
Bullwa‘aperta, ...:scesssoveczeeoeve 57
Bullza catinulifera ............... 131
Bullwea Catina) .....ccscsccsceucossts 122
CoLUMBELLA.
Columbella levis .......s.seeeee 4
Comrmta.
Cominia hyalina ............00.06. 22
ConovuLus.
Conovulus albus ............0000. 22
Conovulus bidentatus ............ 22
Conovulus denticulatus ........- 22
CorBuLa.
Corbula nucleus .........sc0eceeee 105
Corbula ovata .. 105
Corbula rosea \.scecctsctecvecrerere 105
CorNUOIDES.
Cornuoides major .......+:0+e2042 12
Cornuoides Minor .......ceeeee00e 125
ALPHABETICAL INDEX.
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CRASSINA.
Crassina COMPpressa ......++eeeeeee 96
Crassina corrugata ......s.s0. 96
Crassina Danmoniensis . 95
Crassina depressa........++++ 96
Crassina elliptica...........-
Crassina Ovata......s.scscesseccees 96
Crassina Scotica ..........s00. 95
Crassina striata .......cssecccoeees 96
Crassina striata, var. convexius-
CE ea eBanereporonccoccdcooccacen » Ph
Crassina striata, var, obliqua... 97
Crassina sulcata ......s.scccceee. 96
CRENATULA.
Crenatula Travisii .........02+00+ 75
CRENELLA.
Crenella elliptica ..........+ss0e00
Crypropon.
Cryptodon flexuosus ........+.+4+ 99
Cycras.
Cyclas ammica ..........ssssseeesee 94
Cyclas calyculata.........-:eeeeee 94
Cyclas citrina .... - 132
Cyclas cornea .......
Cyclas lacustris p00
Cyclas pusilla, . c.scesccccsscou.cces 25
Natica glabrissima ............... 25
Natica glaucina...............00000 24
Natica Helicoides’. ................ 130
Natica intricata.... 25
Natica monilifera ...............00. 24
Natica Montagu .........0......00. 25
Natica nitida
Natica rutila
Natica squalida ..............sse00
Natica tuberossisma,..............
137
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NenriTina,
Neritina fluviatilis .......6..6.. 26
Noposanrra.
Nodosaria decemlocularia ...... 2
Nodosaria octolocularia’ .......... 2
Nodosaria radicula ....... 2
Nodosaria spinulosa..... 2
Nodosaria subarcuata ......0.. 1
Nocuta.
Nucula argentea ........0.+0+8 ve 85
Nucula margaritacea .......... « 85
Nucula minuta...............5 Bcc. Ws
Nucula oblonga ......... “asccccoe tek!
Nucula rostrata ............ Boon hs
Nucula tenuis .... 85
Nucula truncata ....... accrecommus: 22
ORBICULA.
Orbicula Norvegica ........ aie, Oe:
ORTHOCERA.
Orthocera bicarinata ....... eeocow ee)
Orthocera costata.............004+5 2
Orthocera jugosa ...........s0e0006 2
Orthocera legumen ........... ... 1
Orthocera linearis ............... 2
Orthocera recta .......... Reweaewe 2
Orthocera semilitua..... 2
Orthocera septemcostata......... 2
Orthocera subarcuatula ..... ai el |
OsTREA.
Opireaeduliss 25x. acsssecertarevens 71
Ostrea parasitica 71
Orton.
Otion Blainvillii ........ S10, oa 118
Ovucna.
Ovnla patula............scccsccrcoce 3
PALUDINA.
Paludina Achatina ....... Srofo |e
Paludina impura ..........00..00+ Ta,
Paludina ventricosa............0++ 27
Paludina vivipara ............... 26
PANDORA.
Pandora margaritacea............ 104
Pandora rostrata
PANopma.
Panopxa Glycimeris ............ 112
PATELLA.
Patella ceernlea ......sss..0+ «oe 64
Patel a tal vi. w.csesacseereenseaig ss's 72
Pecten obsoletus .... 72
Pecten opercularis ............6+ 71
Pecten similis ...........ssse0ee0e- 73
Pecten SintOSUs) s.scccsvscocees eee 73
Pecten SpinOsSuS «.......e0000000.. 73
Pecten tumidus............s200. 008 73
Pecten\Variusiesesserss.cnccoesees, 72
PECTUNCULUS.
Pectunculus Glycimeris ......... 85
Pectunculus pilosus............... 85
PENTELASMIS.
Pentelasmis dentatus ............ 119
Pentelasmis fascicularis ......... 120
Pentelasmis radula ............... 120
Pentelasmis striatus............... 119
PETRICOLA.
PetricolawWris/# sve-vatesschscseests 89
PHASIANELLA,
Phasianella crassior............... 10
Phasianella pullus ............... 9
Phasianella scripta 10
Protas.
Pholas candida...... weemnensa er cne 115
Pholas crispata........se.00000 aceon LA
Pholas dactylus .. we 115
Pholas lamellata ............ afra05 116
Pholas papyracea
Pholas parva.........22s000 Bs
Pholas striata ...... aeoeebenh cone
Pholas|Sulcata'cs.ccnsseserees cress 115
Pholas tuberculata ............... 115
Puysa
SPY SA ACULA «-...ccceranssncches-eee 30
Physa fontinalis ... +. 380
Physa hypnorum ..............000 30
PILEorsis.
Pileopsis ungarica .............. - 60
Pinna.
Pinna elegans: .<.<.sessecsccte> ct 76
Pinnwinpens:....ccccrarssuserseess 75
Pinns fragilis | \ssccsss
39. Pyramis Lamarckii .........
42, Rissoa approxima
43. Rissoa punctura..........-.06+
44, Rissoa subumbilicata
45, Rissoa interrupta ..........+.
46. Pyramis unicus
47, Pyramis indistinctus.........
48. Pyramis similimus...... masse
49, 50. Pyramis sabtruncatus...
51, 52. Pyramis levis ............
53. Pyramis crenatus
54. Pyrammis nitidissimus......
55, 56. Rissoa parva
57. Rissoa decussata
58. Pyramis lacteus............. >
59, 60. Pyramis politus
61. Pyramis elegantissimus
62. Pyramis subarcuata
63. Rissoa pyramidilla........-.-.
64, 65. Pyramis subulatus
66. Pyramis spirolinus
67. Rissoa carinatula
68. Rissoa conifera
69. Rissoa sulcata
70, 71. Rissoa discrepans
72. Rissoa fuscata..
73. Pyramis cingillus .
74, Pyramis costata ....
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77. Pyramis lactea .......+es0+++
78. Pyramis Bryerea ..
79. Pyramis Zetlandica
80. Pyramis denticulata.........
81. Pyramis vitrea
82. Pyramis virginea .........+.
83. Rissoa graphica
Plate X.
1, 2, 8, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9. Litto-
rina littorea ...... 15 and
10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 25. Littorina
rudis 15 and
15, 16. Littorina jugosa... 16
and
17. Littorina petrea... 16 and
18, 19. Littorina tenebrosa ...
16 and
21. Littorina labiata... 16
and
16 and
17 and
17
and
16
and
28,29. Margarita margaritacea
17 and
30, 31.’ Margarita olivacea......
17 and
33, 34. Littorina striatula......
17 and
35. Lacuna quadrifasciata
16 and
36, 37. Margarita carnea
17 and
38, 39. Littorina fabalis... 17
and
20,
Littorina dispar...
Littorina aurea...
Littorina Neritiforma...
22,
23.
24,
26, 27. Littorina ziczac...
40, 41. Stylifer astericola
10 and
42. Phasianella pullus............
43. Phasianella cassior
44, 45. Lacuna bifasciata ......
10 and
9 and
10 and
. Lacuna vincta......
. Lacuna cornea......
. Lacuna canalis 9 and
. Lacuna striata...... 10 and
51. Lymnza peregra, var.
29 and
10 and
53. Lacana retusa
. Lacuna fasciata...
Plate XI.
4. Trochus littoralis
3. Trochus tumidus
8, 10. Trochus cinerarius .
7. Trochus crassus .........
, 11. Troehus umbilicatus...
15. Trochns Magus .........
13, 14. Trochus papillosus
16, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, 29.
Trochus Zizyphinus.........
23. Trochus discrepans ...
26. Trochus striatus
28. Trochus exiguus
31.
Trochus subcarinatus .
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128
128
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128
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128
128
128
128
128
128
128
128
DESCRIPTION OF THE PLATES.
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Plate XII.
1, 4, 6. Ancylus fluviatilis ... 59
2, 18. Haliotis tuberculata ... 23
3, 5, 7. Ancylus lacustris...... 60
8, 9. Fissurella Zetlandica,
Fleming eee
10, 11. iiberncells Cireson: naaveors 61
12, 13. Fissurella Pala
Fleming eo
14, 15, 16. Sipho Nosahines au, Gf
17, 19. Emarginula fissura 62
20. Sipho radiata 61
21, 22. Emarginula rosea ...... 62
Plate XIII.
1, 2, 8, 10. Natica monilifera 24
3, 6. Natica Montagui ......... 25
4, 5. Neritina fluviatilis ...... 26
7, 11. Natica nitida ............ 180
9, 12. Natica glabrissima...... 25
13, 16. Natica intricata......... 25
14, 15, 21, 22, 23. Littorina
littoralis 25
(22, young shell. a
17, 19. Lacuna pallidula... 25
and 128
18, 20. Natica tuberossissima. 25
24, 25. Natica Helicoides ...... 130
Plate XIV.
1. Pupajuniperi ..............- 40
2. Azeca tridens 42
3. Pupa muscorum ........ 39
4. Pupa unidentata ............ 39
5. Pupa umbilicata ............ 40
6. Pupa bidentata.... 39
7. Pupa muscorum ... 39
8. Vertigo decdartbiie sestesecer 41
9. Vertigo angustior............ 42
10. Carychium minimum ...... 34
11. Balea fragilis ............... 37
12. Clausilia bidens ............ 37
13. Clausilia biplicata ......... 38
14. Clausilia rugosa ............ 38
15. Clausilia labiata, Foreign... —
16, Clausilia papillaris, Foreign = —
17. Clausilia plicatula, Foreign —
18. Bulimus acutus............... 37
19. Bulimus obscurus............ 36
20. Bulimus lubricus ............ 36
21. Bulimus obscurus, v. brevis 36
22. Bulimus montanus ......... 36
23. Bulimus obscurus............ 36
24. Bulimus decollatus, Fo-
LOM Mie seetoewdceclessvectactarssva) ) —
25, Acme fusca scccchs....
2. Helix fulva oe
8, 4, 5. Helix revelata.........
6, 7, 12. Vitrina pellucida ...
8, 15. Helix granulata
, 10, 11. Helix lapicida
o
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FIG.
31|14, 18, 19, 20, 24. Helix ro-
33 tundata.. 5 os
833) 15, 16, 17. Helix Gantiarw:
31 | 21, 22, 23, 28, 34. Helix erici-
torum - -
30 (22, young shell; 28, a AS
| able lusus.)
25, 26. Helix fusca.. .
29, 32, 33, 35, 36, § 38, 58.
Helix pisana..
il and 36, jee sear )
. Helix umbilicata
ae 42, 43, 44, 45. Helix
VINER ta ap adsnapan Maaevasene ce
41 and 45, a
28 | 32,
26 |
26 (32, young shell;
27| lusus nature.)
27/37, 39. Helix caperata
45/40, 46. Helix hispida ............
45 53. Helix rufescens
47 52. Helix alliaria ..
36 49, 50, 51. Helix eh ees
54, 55, 56. Helix margaritacea
59, 60. Helix cellaria....
29
Plate XVIII.
1, 2, 3. Neritina fluviatiles ...
(1, the operculum.)
1,* 1.* Planorbis margiuatus,
var. rhombeus of Turton.
, 4, Assiminia Grayana
Lymneza involuta.......
; 8, 9. Planorbis levis
10, 10. Planorbis imbricatus ...
Achatina acicula
28
sow
29
15, 15. Cyclostoma marmorea.
15,* 15.* Carychium minimum
17, 18. Lymnza peregra
21, 21. Succinea oblonga
22, 23. ‘Succinea amphibia
27, 28. Helix hybrida............
29, 30. Helix limbata.....
31. Clausilia Rolphii ....
32. Clausilia dubia ..... sr
| 33, 34. Pupa marginata.........
35, 36. Pupa Anglica
(36, young shell.)
36,* 36.* Vertigo edentula
37. Vertigo pygmea ............
38. Vertigo cylindrica
39. Vertigo palustris ..
|40. Vertigo alpestris ............
41. Vertigo pusilla ..
43, 44. Helix ciricea ............
(44, part of two volutions mag-
nified. )
44/45, 46. Helix concinna
|47, 48. Helix depilata
44/48,* 49. Helix pygmea
28
28
43
Plate X VIII.*
1, 2. Helix nitidula ............
47| 3, 4. Helix lucida ...............
47| 5, 5,* 6. Helix radiatula ......
48 (5,* natural size.)
54| 7, 8, 8.* Helix crystallina
48 | (8,* natural size.)
, 10. Helix excavata .........
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115 12. Helix pura sc0.-0cteceee 53
13, 14. Helix obvoluta ......... 53
15, 16. Testacella Haliotoidea. 54
17. i7.* Limax maximus ...... 55
18, 18.* Limax flavus ......... 55
19, 19.* Limax carinatus . 55
20. Limax agrestis ....... 56
21. Limaxarboreus .... 151
22, 23. Helix aculeata 47
24, 25. Clausilia bidens ......... 37
26, 27. Clausilia bidens, var.
nigricans ......... 38
(27 exhibits the agaiearen of
the aperture of the Clausiliz.
Internal view of the aperture
of Clausilia bidens, to expose
the hinge bone; the mouth
lies towards the left; the neck
is broken off at a; the upper
fold b; the lower fold c; the
intermediate fold d; a thin
fold runs down from the colu-
mella, as in many of the
Clausiliz, but not quite pro-
truding beyond it e; a fold at
the roof, which answers the
purpose of the aperture of the
hinge bone, which interiorly
runs parallel, quite to the top
of the roof parallel with the
suture exteriorly, becomes
visible like a white thread-
like line; the lowest rounded
off leaf-like part of the hinge
bone which closes up the
aperture of the Clausium.)
28. Acme fusca ........... 34
29, Operculum of Cydoslonia
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