Brazilian chiton [Acanthopleura gemmata]
Description
The Brazilian chiton is endemic to Brazil, particularly the states of Bahia and Espírito Santo. It is commonly found on rocky substrates in the intertidal and subtidal zones. This species has a distinctive shell with eight articulating plates covered with numerous small spines.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Chitons
Polyplacophora
|
| Order |
Chitons
Chitonida
|
| Family |
Chitons
Chitonidae
|
| Genus |
Acanthopleura
Acanthopleura
|