Fijian False Limpet [Maoricrypta vitrea]
Description
Maoricrypta vitrea, also known as the Fijian False Limpet, is a species of bivalve mollusk in the Arcidae family. It is native to Fiji, where it is found in subtidal and intertidal zones on rocky substrates. The shell of this species is somewhat translucent, with a smooth interior and a finely ridged exterior. M. vitrea is known for its cryptic behavior and effective camouflage.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Vetigastropoda
Vetigastropoda
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| Family |
Top snails
Trochidae
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| Genus |
Maoricrypta
Maoricrypta
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