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 [Entalinopsis pacifica]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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Class |
Tusk shells
Scaphopoda
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Order |
Gadilida
Gadilida
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Family |
Gadilidae
Gadilidae
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Statistics
- Species 1