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Plekocheilus gibbonius With its periostracum.

83,52 mm Santander, Colombia. 45,00 €

Item

# 0004275555

Family

LANDSNAILS

Name

Plekocheilus gibbonius - With its periostracum. , I. Lea, 1838

Size

83,52 mm

Locality

Santander, Colombia.

Note

A magnificent superglobose shell, distinguished by an extraordinarily broad aperture in proportion to its body whorl. The amber-colored periostracum is remarkably well preserved, making this specimen an exceptionally attractive piece for collectors who value natural completeness and excellent preservation. Collected by local inhabitants in June 2025, from the leaf litter of a humid Andean forest in the Department of Santander, Colombia, at an elevation of 1,600 meters above sea level. The ongoing deforestation and logging of forests throughout the Colombian Andes have made specimens of this quality increasingly difficult to obtain, significantly enhancing their desirability and value among collectors in the international malacological market. This shell represents a magnificent collector’s piece and a rare opportunity to acquire a classic Andean species originating from one of the most biodiverse ecosystems on Earth—yet simultaneously one of the most threatened and rapidly disappearing. A highly desirable specimen for the discerning international malacological collector. Do not miss the opportunity to add this stunning Andean beauty to your collection in this special auction.

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COLOMBIA

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