Cadenella [Cadenella]

Description
Cadenella is a genus within the family Dentaliidae, notable for its slender and slightly curved tusk shells. These marine mollusks exhibit a unique shell morphology with fine longitudinal striations. Inhabitants of sandy and muddy substrates, Cadenella species are adept at burrowing and are found in a range of depths, from shallow waters to the deeper continental shelf regions. They play a role in the benthic ecosystem as detritivores, contributing to the breakdown and recycling of organic materials.
Species

Cadenella's Spiny Lobster [Cadenella garricki]
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Cadenella's Hermit Crab [Cadenella mclaughlinae]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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Order |
Tusk Shells
Scaphopoda
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Family |
Dentaliidae
Dentaliidae
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Statistics
- Species 2