Thicklip Fusinus [Fusinus robustus]
Description
The Thicklip Fusinus is a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Fasciolariidae, commonly known as spindle snails. The species resides in the Pacific Ocean, specifically within the Japanese and South Korean coasts. The Thicklip Fusinus is known for its robust, spindle-shaped shell that can reach lengths of up to 90 mm. The shell has a cream color with brown bands and a long, narrow opening. They are usually found in sandy or muddy substrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Neogastropoda
Neogastropoda
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| Family |
Tulip snails
Fasciolariidae
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| Genus |
Spindle Snails
Fusinus
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