Brown Pterygia [Pterygia brunnea]
Description
The Brown Pterygia is a marine species that is predominantly found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the Atlantic Ocean. It is characterized by its brown color and a shell that is often covered in thin, hair-like projections. This species is a filter feeder, consuming plankton and other microscopic organisms. It is a benthic species, meaning it typically resides on the ocean floor.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Neogastropoda
Neogastropoda
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| Family |
Miters
Mitridae
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| Genus |
Pterygia
Pterygia
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