Granulated chiton [Acanthochitona granulata]
Description
The Granulated chiton is a marine mollusk species found in the Eastern Atlantic and the Mediterranean. It is characterized by its oval shape, grayish color, and the presence of granulated scales on its dorsal shell. It is usually found in rocky habitats, from the intertidal zone to depths of up to 50 meters.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Chitons
Polyplacophora
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| Order |
Acanthochitonina
Acanthochitonina
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| Family |
Girdle Chitons
Acanthochitonidae
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| Genus |
Acanthochitona
Acanthochitona
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