Testaceology is a scientific study of shells. Synonyms for Testaceology include conchology, malacology, and shell science. Conchology is the study of mollusk shells, including marine, freshwater, and terrestrial environments. Malacology, on the other hand, deals with the study of living and fossil mollusks, including their shells, anatomy, ecology, and behavior. The term shell science encompasses all the broader aspects of shell-related knowledge, including the morphology, taxonomy, ecology, and biogeography of shells. Whether you are a marine biologist, zoologist, or just fascinated with the beauty and diversity of shells, these synonyms of Testaceology will surely be of interest to you.