Nierstraszellidae [Nierstraszellidae]

Description

Nierstraszellidae is a family within the order Lepidopleurida, distinguished by their unique anatomical and morphological characteristics. Members of this family exhibit specialized adaptations such as a distinctively shaped girdle and uniquely arranged sensory organs. These chitons are less commonly encountered than other families within the order and are often found in specialized or niche marine habitats, including deep-sea environments. Their ecological role includes feeding on microalgae and contributing to the biodiversity of the marine ecosystems they inhabit.

Genera

Neogymnocrinus [Neogymnocrinus]

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