Neopilinidae [Neopilinidae]

Description

Neopilinidae is a family of deep-sea mollusks known for their unique shell structure, resembling an ancient form of the more commonly known gastropods. Members of this family are characterized by their cap-like shells, which cover a cylindrical body. These marine creatures are found in deep-sea environments, where they live on or near the seafloor, often associated with hydrothermal vents and cold seeps. They are detritivores, feeding on decomposed organic material. Neopilinidae are of particular interest to scientists for their evolutionary significance, representing a living link to the early development of mollusks.

Genera

Neopilina [Neopilina]

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Vema [Vema]

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Alluroteuthis [Alluroteuthis]

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Taxonomy