Shield Pagoda [Lucapina crenulata]
Description
Lucapina crenulata, commonly known as the Shield Pagoda, is a species of sea snail that resides in the Western Central Pacific. Notable for its distinctive shell, the Shield Pagoda has a smooth, conical shape with a flat base and a stepped spire. Its shell's color can vary from white to pale orange. The species is known for its preference for rocky habitats and is typically found in shallow water.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Littorinimorpha
Littorinimorpha
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| Family |
Keyhole Limpets
Fissurellidae
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| Genus |
Lucapina
Lucapina
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