Striodentalium [Striodentalium]

Description

Striodentalium species are recognized by their elongated, tubular shells, which are marked by distinct stripes or grooves. These tusk shells inhabit marine environments, where they burrow into the substrate to live a hidden lifestyle. Feeding on microorganisms, they utilize a set of filamentous captacula to capture food particles from the water. Striodentalium mollusks are an essential component of the marine ecosystem, contributing to the health of benthic habitats by recycling nutrients and serving as a food source for other marine animals.

Species

Striped Tusk Shell [Striodentalium striolatum]

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Spotted Tusk Shell [Striodentalium stellatum]

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Smooth Tusk Shell [Striodentalium simplex]

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Southern Tusk Shell [Striodentalium souleyeti]

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Taxonomy