Antarctic Tusk Shell [Antalis antarctica]
Description
This species is endemic to the Southern Ocean surrounding Antarctica. It inhabits deep-sea environments, typically found in depths of 200 to 600 meters. The shell is elongated and narrow, with a characteristic 'tusk' shape. It feeds on small invertebrates and detritus.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Tusk shells
Scaphopoda
|
| Order |
Dentaliida
Dentaliida
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| Family |
Antalis
Antaliidae
|
| Genus |
Tusk Shells
Antalis
|