Hellenic Conches
The Definitive Reference on the Marine Molluscs of Greece
Hellenic Conches is a comprehensive and visually detailed reference covering the marine molluscan fauna of Greece and its surrounding seas, including the Aegean, Ionian, and Mediterranean waters. Combining authoritative taxonomic information with high-quality photographs and illustrations, this volume serves as an essential guide for identification, research, and appreciation of Greece’s diverse marine molluscs.
Inside, readers will find:
Extensive species accounts detailing shell morphology, diagnostic features, distribution, and habitat preferences throughout Greek waters.
Full-color photographs and illustrations showcasing shell form, sculpture, coloration, and intraspecific variation.
Up-to-date systematic classification, reflecting recent research in malacology, molecular phylogenetics, and Mediterranean biodiversity studies.
Ecological and biogeographic insights, providing context on habitat, range, and environmental considerations.
Comprehensive bibliographic references supporting accurate identification and further study.
An indispensable resource for malacologists, marine biologists, ecologists, shell collectors, and enthusiasts, this work offers the most complete and authoritative overview of Greece’s marine molluscan diversity—combining scientific rigor with exceptional visual clarity.
The Definitive Reference on the Marine Molluscs of Greece
Hellenic Conches is a comprehensive and visually detailed reference covering the marine molluscan fauna of Greece and its surrounding seas, including the Aegean, Ionian, and Mediterranean waters. Combining authoritative taxonomic information with high-quality photographs and illustrations, this volume serves as an essential guide for identification, research, and appreciation of Greece’s diverse marine molluscs.
Inside, readers will find:
Extensive species accounts detailing shell morphology, diagnostic features, distribution, and habitat preferences throughout Greek waters.
Full-color photographs and illustrations showcasing shell form, sculpture, coloration, and intraspecific variation.
Up-to-date systematic classification, reflecting recent research in malacology, molecular phylogenetics, and Mediterranean biodiversity studies.
Ecological and biogeographic insights, providing context on habitat, range, and environmental considerations.
Comprehensive bibliographic references supporting accurate identification and further study.
An indispensable resource for malacologists, marine biologists, ecologists, shell collectors, and enthusiasts, this work offers the most complete and authoritative overview of Greece’s marine molluscan diversity—combining scientific rigor with exceptional visual clarity.