Melongena corona (Gmelin, 1791) Baldwin County, Alabama |
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Also known as Melongena corona johnstonei Clench and Turner, 1956 |
Little Lagoon, Baldwin Co., Alabama (59mm.). |
Prey: Tagelus and Ensis. |
The size and form are typical of this population. Basal spines are almost non-existent in the westerly portion of Melongena corona's range. |
Specimen collected by Douglas N. Shelton and family - photo by Phil Poland. |