Talparia talpa (Linnaeus, 1758)
Mole cowry, 90mm

Talparia talpa is rather rare in Hawaii. The two animals below were photographed at night at Pupukea, Oahu, in ledges at depths of about 12 to 15m.

We have also seen Talparia talpa in the Marshall Islands.

Created 25 July 2010

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