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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 1d

That’s great to hear! Michael Shea’s work is fantastic — I’d love to see him join Bluesky too.
I also study the evolution and taxonomy of land snails, but there are still so many mysteries to uncover.

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 2d

Absolutely! Hairs can really enhance concealment — your backyard examples make a lot of sense.

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 2d

That’s an excellent point — camouflage seems quite plausible, especially considering visually oriented predators like Pitta.
The possibility that debris could adhere to the bristles and enhance concealment is fascinating.

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 3d

That makes sense. Some Aegista species actually have hair-like structures on their shells, so dew collection might be a possible function. I’ve also wondered whether it could help with camouflage or microclimate regulation on the shell surface.

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 3d

Thank you for your interest.
The function of the bristles remains unknown. If anyone knows more, I’d love to hear your thoughts — even hypotheses are welcome.
Personally, I suspect it may relate to humidity or predator defense, but there’s no clear evidence yet.

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 13d

Each handful of soil may hold species found nowhere else—micro-snails like Diplommatina labiosa labiosa remind us how fragile biodiversity can be.
#LandSnail #Mollusk #Invertebrate #Photography #Gastropod #Snail #Diplommatina

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 13d

Tiny land snails, only 1–2 mm long, live hidden in the leaf litter. A whole micro-world unfolds from just a handful of soil.
#landsnail #invertebrates #snails #mollusk

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 16d

Japanese name: Ōke-maimai
Scientific name: Aegista vulgivaga
This hairy-margined land snail (Aegista vulgivaga) reveals itself on rainy walks through the forest.
#LandSnail #Mollusk #Invertebrate #Photography #Gastropod #Snail #Aegista #Japan

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 16d

Scientific name: Diplommatina labiosa labiosa
Japanese name: Ibuki-gomagai
A tiny land snail, only 1–2 mm, hidden in leaf litter—delicate, overlooked, yet fascinating.
#LandSnail #Mollusk #Invertebrate #Photography #Gastropod #Snail #Diplommatina

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 16d

Scientific name: Dosiniella angulosa
Japanese name: Urakagami
Cenozoic, Quaternary, Pleistocene
Once buried in the seafloor, now a window into the ancient oceans.
#海産貝類 #軟体動物 #貝類 #二枚貝 #貝 #化石 #古生物 #fossil #無脊椎動物 #photography #mollusk #invertebrate #Bivalvia

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 17d

Your research on millipedes is fascinating. While searching for land snails in Japan, I often see many millipedes. I’d be glad to share photos if you’re interested.

Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 17d

Thank you very much, Dr. Derek. I am also working on the taxonomy and phylogeography of Japanese land snails using genetic data.

Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 18d

These tiny land snails belong to the family Diplommatinidae.
Their delicate shells and slow march remind us of the hidden beauty in the micro world.
#mollusk #biodiversity #invertebrates #Landsnail #snail #science #陸産貝類 #軟体動物 #貝類 #巻貝 #カタツムリ #無脊椎動物 #ゴマガイ科 #Diplommatina

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 18d

Although minute in size, they represent remarkable taxonomic and ecological diversity.
Some species are widespread, while others may be highly localized or even undescribed.
For malacologists, such micro-snails offer valuable insight into biodiversity, biogeography, and conservation.

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 18d

From a handful of forest leaf litter, a hidden world emerges.
These tiny land snails — each only a few millimeters across — were sorted from decomposed leaves and soil under the microscope.

#陸産貝類 #軟体動物 #貝類 #巻貝 #カタツムリ #無脊椎動物 #photography #mollusk #landsnail #invertebrate #マイマイ #Diplommatina

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · 20d

和名：シロウミウシ
学名：Chromodoris orientalis
If the scientific name is incorrect, please let me know. I’m not entirely sure — corrections with a source (paper or reliable link) are greatly appreciated.
#海産貝類 #軟体動物 #貝類 #巻貝 #貝 #ウミウシ #イロウミウシ #無脊椎動物 #photography #mollusk #invertebrate #Snail #marinesnail

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · Jul 24

和名：イセノナミマイマイ
学名：Euhadra eoa communisiformis

A land snail species found mainly in central Japan. The genus Euhadra is known for its regional diversity, with many species unique to different areas.

#軟体動物 #貝類 #陸貝 #陸産貝類 #無脊椎動物#photography #mollusk #snail #landsnail #貝 #science #カタツムリ

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · Jun 16

Crawling across the rock—Parasitala reinhardti.
A tiny land snail, often overlooked, yet full of quiet beauty.
#mollusk #biodiversity #invertebrates #Landsnail #snail #science #陸産貝類 #軟体動物 #貝類 #巻貝 #カタツムリ #無脊椎動物 #photography

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · Jun 15

From a distant memory of a tiny snail—Gastrocoptidae.
I drew it wrapped in a mysterious purple aura, just as it appeared in my mind.
#snail #art #biology #イラスト #Illustration #Mollusk #Invertebrate #landsnail

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · Jun 8

So tiny, yet carved like a jewel—and yes, it sees the world.
scientific name：Diplommatina (Sinica ) collarifera
#軟体動物 #貝類 #陸貝 #陸産貝類 #無脊椎動物 #photography #mollusk #snail #Landsnail #貝 #science

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · Jun 8

A single drop of water holds the quiet beauty of nature.
Let’s cherish and protect the water that sustains all life.
#waterislife #protectnature #RaindropBeauty #QuietNature #LifeInADrop #sciences #biology #photography

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · Jun 7

学名： Waldemaria japonica
和名：ヤマキサゴ
A snail that glows like a red gem—have you ever come across such a wonder?
赤い宝石のように輝くカタツムリ ― そんな不思議なものに出会ったことがありますか？

#軟体動物 #貝類 #陸貝 #陸産貝類 #無脊椎動物#photography #mollusk #snail #landsnail #貝 #science

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · Jun 7

On rainy days, take a closer look under the leaves—you might find something amazing!
雨の日は葉の裏を観察してみましょう！
私の推し陸貝のゴマガイです！
#軟体動物 #貝類 #陸貝 #陸産貝類 #無脊椎動物#photography #mollusk #snail #landsnail #貝 #science #ブルースカイどうでもいい写真部

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · Jun 3

The rainy season is starting in Japan, but the snail are full of life!
Everything feels alive after the rain.

#snail #science #biology #イラスト #Illustration #Mollusk #Invertebrate

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Mollusc_Lab @naturaearchive.bsky.social · Jun 3

Since early June 3rd, increased volcanic earthquakes have been observed near the summit.
Alert Level 2 remains in place. Stay clear of the 2 km zone around the western crater.
Fieldworkers: please stay safe and check official updates.

Source: www3.nhk.or.jp/lnews/moriok...

岩手山未明から火山性地震が増加警戒レベルは２を維持｜NHK 岩手県のニュース

【NHK】岩手山では３日未明から山頂付近の浅いところが震源とみられる火山性地震が増えていて、午前５時には、マグニチュード２.９と推定される火山性地震…

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