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Drymaeus auris Rare.

45,54 mm Santander, Colombia. 20,00 €

Item

# 0004061727

Family

LANDSNAILS

Name

Drymaeus auris - Rare. , Pfeiffer,1866

Size

45,54 mm

Locality

Santander, Colombia.

Note

A truly beautiful specimen distinguished by its refined linear ornamentation in subtle grey tones, immediately capturing the eye with its natural elegance. The teleoconch displays a harmonious pattern that enhances the overall symmetry of the shell, making it especially attractive for the discerning collector. The apex is perfectly preserved — sharp, complete, and intact — a critical quality indicator for those who value structural integrity and originality in high-grade material. There is only very slight wear on the outer lip, mentioned strictly for accuracy; it does not detract from the specimen’s overall aesthetic appeal or display presence. The aperture is genuinely spectacular, revealing a deep, rich violet coloration that contrasts strikingly with the external pattern, creating a dramatic chromatic interplay rarely encountered in comparable material. This vivid interior significantly elevates the specimen’s desirability, making it an outstanding focal piece within a carefully curated international collection. Collected in August 2025 among leaf litter in humid Andean forest at 1650 meters above sea level by local inhabitants — a precise ecological and altitudinal record that further enhances its scientific and collector value. Reference: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/344464116_A_review_of_Stenostylus_Pilsbry_1898_and_Drymaeus_Albers_1850_Mollusca_Gastropoda_Orthalicoidea Page 63.

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