Antarctic Moon Snail [Neogastropoda Naticidae]
Description
The Antarctic Moon Snail is a predatory sea snail found in the Southern Ocean. It is characterized by its large, round shell that is typically white or cream in color. This species burrows in the sand to ambush prey, primarily bivalves. It is known for its aggressive behavior and prefers cold, deep-water environments.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
|
| Order |
Neogastropoda
Neogastropoda
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| Family |
Whelks
Buccinidae
|
| Genus |
Antarctic whelks
Buccinofusus
|