DSC_5676 Encrusted limpet, or ruharu (Patellioda corticata) a selection of star-shaped shells, each encrusted with coralline algae. Found on surfaces encrusted with coralline algae in the mid- to low intertidal on exposed to very exposed shores. Brighton Beach *
DSC_5683 Encrusted limpet, or ruharu (Patellioda corticata) star-shaped shell with anything from seven to 25 ridges. Shell is frequently encrusted with barnacles or coralline algae. Found on surfaces encrusted with coralline algae in the mid- to low intertidal on exposed to very exposed shores. Brighton Beach *
