Busycon perversum (Linnaeus, 1758) Being Devoured By Triplofusus giganteus

    It's uncertain whether the hermit crabs that have gathered around are hoping that they too will obtain a meal or whether they are strategically positioning themselves to take possession of the soon to be empty whelk shell.

Busycon perversum (Linnaeus, 1758) Being Devoured By Triplofusus giganteus

Kice Island, just south of Marco Island, Collier County, Florida, 12/4/2013. Digital image by Amy Tripp.