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Spondylus

Spondylus is a type of shell that comes from the ocean. People have been using spondylus shells for thousands of years to make jewelry and decorations. The shells are very pretty and usually have pink and orange patterns on them.

Some people believe that spondylus shells have special powers and can help protect you from bad things. In ancient times, people used to use the shells to make masks and other objects for spiritual ceremonies.

You might also hear people talk about spondylus when they are talking about animals. Spondylus refers to a type of fish that has spiny fins on its back. The fins are really sharp and can hurt people, so it's important to be careful around spondylus fish.