Entalinopsis [Entalinopsis]

Entalinopsis
Description

Entalinopsis belongs to the Gadilidae family and comprises scaphopod mollusks with unique shell forms. Unlike their more streamlined relatives, these creatures have shells that are moderately curved and often exhibit surface ornamentations such as ribs or grooves. They inhabit a range of marine environments, from sandy bottoms to mudflats, feeding on tiny organic particles and microorganisms.

Species
Pacific Entalinid
Pacific Entalinid [Entalinopsis pacifica]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Mollusks
Mollusca
Class Tusk shells
Scaphopoda
Order Gadilida
Gadilida
Family Gadilidae
Gadilidae
Statistics
  • Species 1