Canterbury chiton [Rhyssoplax canterburiensis]
Description
Also known as the Canterbury chiton, this species is endemic to the waters of New Zealand. It is characterized by a shell with six to eight plates and a reddish-brown color. It is typically found in rocky environments, particularly those with strong wave action. Its distinguishing features include a wide girdle and a shell that is smooth and glossy.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Chitons
Polyplacophora
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| Order |
Lepidopleurida
Lepidopleurida
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| Family |
Chitonidae
Chitonidae
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| Genus |
Rhyssoplax
Rhyssoplax
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