Lace Coral (5”-7”) Triton thick flared outer lip that

thick flared outer lip that half way encompasses the spire of the shell

The Red Sea Fan comes from the deep parts of the reefs of the Indian Ocean and has a classic sea fan appearance

is also often known as the Red Helmet Seashell

These large sea snails are known to sense and give chase to their prey

Lace Coral (5”-7”) Triton thick flared outer lip thatThe Stylaster corals are found in cool waters at depths from 40 to 180 feet (12 55 meters). They occur in groups under shaded ledges, caves, and overhangs where they avoid strong sunlight. The flat part of the coral faces into a strong current where it can make use of the passing plankton and other prey. They use the venomous cells (nematocysts) found in their tentacles to catch prey in these nutrient rich waters, but also to sting and deflect any