Coccodentalium [Coccodentalium]

Description

Coccodentalium is a genus within the Tusk Shell family, known for its relatively robust and often colorful shells compared to other genera in its family. These mollusks inhabit sandy or muddy substrates in marine environments, extending their foot and siphons out of the shell to feed on detritus and plankton. The shells of Coccodentalium species are notable for their thickened walls and sometimes feature subtle ridges or ornamentations. They serve as important members of their ecological communities, acting as both prey and sediment influencers.

Species

Japanese Coccodentalium [Coccodentalium japonicum]

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Cardiganshire Coccodentalium [Coccodentalium cardiganshire]

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Siberian Coccodentalium [Coccodentalium sibericum]

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Taxonomy