Black-Striped Snail [Phanerophthalmus cylindricus]
Description
Phanerophthalmus cylindricus, or the Black-Striped Snail, is a marine gastropod mollusk distinguished by its elongated cylindrical shell with distinct black stripes. This sea snail is abundant in warm tropical waters, specifically in the Indo-Pacific region. It is typically found in sandy or muddy substrates, where it burrows to find food and avoid predators. It is mostly active at night, feeding on detritus and small organisms.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Cephalaspidea
Cephalaspidea
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| Family |
Haminoeids
Haminoeidae
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| Genus |
Phanerophthalmus
Phanerophthalmus
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