White Limpets [Propilidium]
Description
Propilidium, or White Limpets, are a genus recognized for their small, white, dome-shaped shells. These limpets are typically found in cold, deep waters, often associated with sponge gardens and other sessile invertebrates. They have a simple body structure with a large foot for attachment and a radula for feeding on microorganisms. Propilidium species are important contributors to the ecosystem dynamics of their habitats, participating in the cycling of organic material.
Species

White Limpet [Patelloida latistrigata]
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Striped White Limpet [Patelloida pygmaea]
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Giant White Limpet [Patelloida mufria]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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Order |
Patellogastropoda
Patellogastropoda
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Family |
Giant limpets
Lepetidae
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Statistics
- Species 3