Silver butterfly slit limpet [Parmaphorella platalea]
Description
The Silver butterfly slit limpet is a species of sea snail. It has a shiny, silver-colored shell that is often covered with algae. The shell is oval-shaped with a slit on one side, giving it a butterfly-like appearance. This species is commonly found in the intertidal zones of the Pacific Ocean, from Alaska to Baja California. It feeds on algae and detritus.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Cycloneritimorpha
Cycloneritimorpha
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| Family |
Phenacolepadidae
Phenacolepadidae
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| Genus |
Butterfly Slit Limpets
Phenacolepas
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