Entalinopsis [Entalinopsis]

Entalinopsis
Description

Entalinopsis is a genus within the family Gadilidae, consisting of small to medium-sized scaphopods. Members of this genus are characterized by their elongated, tusk-like shells, which are generally smooth or have fine longitudinal striations. These marine mollusks inhabit sandy and muddy substrates where they burrow and filter feed on microorganisms.

Species
Antarctic False Limpet
Antarctic False Limpet [Entalinopsis antarctica]
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Polar False Limpet
Polar False Limpet [Entalinopsis pellucida]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Mollusks
Mollusca
Class Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
Order Tusk Shells
Scaphopoda
Family Gadilidae
Gadilidae
Statistics
  • Species 2