Runcina [Runcina]
Description
Runcina is a genus within the family Runcinidae, comprising small, slug-like sea snails that inhabit shallow marine waters. Members of this genus are characterized by their compact, leaf-shaped body, which is well adapted for life in intertidal zones and on seagrasses. Runcina species are known for their distinctive head shield and the presence of a small internal shell, which is not common among other sea slugs. They feed on microalgae and are found in various marine environments around the world.
Species

Sea Snail [Runcina coronata]
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Sea Slug [Runcina hancocki]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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Order |
Cephalaspidea
Cephalaspidea
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Family |
Runcinids
Runcinidae
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Statistics
- Species 2