Note on Posting Proper Photos for Identifying Lottia (Limpets)

For limpets, it is beneficial to get shots of the top and bottom and the sideview. The top and bottom shows the patterns while the sideview shows the shape of the limpet. I know this is a small post but if you have anything else to add, please do!

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This type of information is best for journal posts or copypastas that you can share on relevant observations

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Lottia is a very difficult genus to identify sometimes, so having an uneroded individual is best. A photo of the live animal under the shell can also be helpful.

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