{"product_id":"fasciolaria-bittneri-petuch-berschauer-2023-128-4-mm-dry-tortugas","title":"Fasciolaria bittneri Petuch \u0026 Berschauer, 2023 – 128.4 mm – Dry Tortugas","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOffered here is an exceptional specimen of the recently described \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFasciolaria bittneri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, a species endemic to the Dry Tortugas region of Florida. This shell exhibits the defining characteristics outlined in the original description, including the elevated spire, rounded sloping shoulder, bright orange protoconch, and the striking arrangement of orange-red and cream coloration. Fine spiral sculpture and the broad, glossy aperture make this a particularly attractive representative of the species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePersonally collected by me from baited lobster traps in the Dry Tortugas, this specimen represents the unique deep-water molluscan fauna of the Gulf of Mexico. The vivid coloration and large size make it a standout addition to any serious Fasciolariidae or Florida collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecimen Data\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFamily:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Fasciolariidae\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFasciolaria bittneri\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Petuch \u0026amp; Berschauer, 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocation:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dry Tortugas, Florida\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMethod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Lobster trap (90 ft.)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollection Date:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e August 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollector:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e R. Rivera\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasures:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 128.4 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTSC #: 0050FAS-TSC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA beautiful collector specimen displaying excellent color, a bright orange protoconch, and a glossy aperture with an attractive orange columellar callus. The shell retains excellent overall form and presents very well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are a few small encrusting tube worm bases present on the exterior of the shell, as shown in the photographs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe outer lip has a chip, also shown in the photographs, and this has been taken into consideration when pricing the specimen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Despite these minor imperfections, the shell remains an impressive and highly desirable representative of this recently described Dry Tortugas species.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they are an important part of the description and accurately represent the specimen you will receive, including the outer lip chip and natural encrustations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour shell will be carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival and shipped with tracking.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThank you for supporting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTortugas Shell Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, where every specimen is responsibly collected and carefully selected from the remarkable waters of the Dry Tortugas.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tortugas Shell Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48750721204468,"sku":"50","price":25.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0782\/8193\/3044\/files\/2049F2E1-BF40-4AF6-9690-91BDB5BA3354.png?v=1781883559","url":"https:\/\/www.tortugasshellcollection.com\/products\/fasciolaria-bittneri-petuch-berschauer-2023-128-4-mm-dry-tortugas","provider":"Tortugas Shell Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}