Neptunea lyrata [Neptunea lyrata]
Description
The Neptunea lyrata, also known as the Lyre Neptune, is a sea snail species that belongs to the family Buccinidae. It is found in the North Pacific Ocean, specifically in regions stretching from Alaska to Baja California. It has an ovate shell that can reach up to 130 mm in length, and it is characterized by its light brown color with darker spiral lines. It is a benthic species and is commonly found in sandy or muddy substrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Neogastropoda
Neogastropoda
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| Family |
Whelks
Buccinidae
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| Genus |
Neptune whelks
Neptunea
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