Scotch Bonnet - Carolina Country

Scotch Bonnet

This shell’s fragile state makes a complete specimen quite a prize. The scotch bonnet was designated the state shell of North Carolina in 1965. This rarity is best found between Cape Hatteras and Cape Lookout.

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This shell’s fragile state makes a complete specimen quite a prize. The scotch bonnet was designated the state shell of North Carolina in 1965. This rarity is best found between Cape Hatteras and Cape Lookout.

Click on a different shell on the left to learn more about these North Carolina treasures.

Comments (2)

  • Who is the artist for the cover page, Shells of North Carolina? I would like to purchase a print to frame.

    Kathy tTomlinson |
    June 09, 2018 |
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  • Our June cover illustration is by Charlotte based artist Gary Palmer. For information about purchasing prints you can contact him at gary@garypalmerillustration.com.

    Carolina Country |
    June 10, 2018 |
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