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Founded in 1955 at the @AcadNatSci. Meetings 3rd Thursday of the month at 7:30 pm.

Philadelphia, PA
Joined December 2018
@AcadNatSci Shaker of Science with Paul Callomon now! "Nature doesn't need to keep records; we do."
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Having a great meeting now - Susan Hewitt is presenting @inaturalist: the easy way to record, learn, and communicate about the shells (or other organisms!) you find
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Some shells from a recent club donation!
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The @PhillyShellClub is already gearing up for the next #ShellAuction in May 2020! These beautiful shells could be yours. Exposed #nacre is one of nature’s miracles.
Philadelphia Shell Club #Auction and #Potluck are happening now @acadnatsci 🐌 Great times are being had by all.
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Genus Megalobulimus are #landsnails found in Brazil. These #shells have been traditionally place under the pillow of hyperactive babies to help them #sleep (doi:10.1186/1746-4269-3-19) We will have many of these at the #Philadelphia Shell #Auction on May 16th at 6 pm @AcadNatSci
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The #Philadelphia #Shell #Auction will be held on May 16th, starting at 6 pm @AcadNatSci 🐌 We are excited to announce that over 300 shells and related items will be up for silent and oral auction this year! Please consider joining us for a fun evening!
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Can you spot the land snail in the diorama? Check it out as you walk by at the next @PhillyShellClub meeting this Thursday at 7:30 pm @AcadNatSci 🐌 See you then!
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We are starting to get ready for the annual Shell Auction on May 16th @acadnatsci. This years auction should be a big event and we hope you’ll attend! Is there any interest in a special social media only category? #shells #philadelphia #auction
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