Montfortula [Montfortula]

Description

Montfortula is a lesser-known genus within the family Fissurellidae, distinguished by their small, often intricately patterned shells with a central or slightly off-center hole. These limpets inhabit various marine environments, where they adhere to rocks and other hard substrates. Their diet primarily consists of algae scraped from the surfaces they inhabit. The precise ecological role and distribution of Montfortula species are subjects of ongoing research, contributing to the understanding of marine biodiversity.

Species

Threaded Montfortula [Montfortula rugosa]

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Circular Montfortula [Montfortula circularis]

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Obtuse Montfortula [Montfortula obtusa]

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Taxonomy