Newnesia [Newnesia]

Description

Newnesia is a genus of sea snails in the family Diaphanidae, notable for their transparent to semi-transparent bodies that can display a variety of subtle colorations. These small gastropods possess an internal shell and are adapted to life in a range of marine habitats, from coastal areas to the depths of the ocean. They feed on microscopic algae, detritus, and small invertebrates, playing a role in the marine ecosystem as decomposers.

Species

Newnesia mollusk [Newnesia nana]

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Newnesia sea snail [Newnesia costellata]

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Newnesia clam [Newnesia solida]

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Taxonomy