Tonnids [Tonnidae]

Description

Tonnidae, commonly known as tun shells or tunnids, encompass a group of large sea snails. These marine gastropod mollusks are characterized by their globular, often beautifully colored and patterned shells. Tunnids are predatory and feed on other marine invertebrates. They are found in tropical and subtropical oceans worldwide. The shells of these snails are often prized by collectors for their size and beauty.

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