"Malacology" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Malacology is the branch of malacofauna that deals with the study of mollusks, including snails, slugs, clams, mussels, oysters, scallops, squid, octopuses, and their allies.
Malachite is a green mineral, a hydrous carbonate of copper, used as an ornamental stone and often found in banded or branching forms. It is also a symbol of protection and good luck in ancient cultures.
Malachy is a proper noun that refers to Saint Malachy, a 12th-century Irish archbishop and mystic. He is also known for having written a famous prophecy, known as the "Prophecy of the Popes", which is a list of 112 popes, including the current one, and describes their characteristics, temperament, and sometimes the circumstances of their death.
Malaclemys is a genus of turtles in the family Chelydridae, commonly known as musk turtles.