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
Sea Snail [Runcina coronata]
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Sea Slug
Sea Slug [Runcina hancocki]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Mollusks
Mollusca
Class Gastropods
Gastropoda
Order Cephalaspidea
Cephalaspidea
Family Runcinids
Runcinidae
Statistics
  • Species 2