Nebularia plicata [Nebularia plicata]
Description
Nebularia plicata, also known as the Plicate Mitre, is a species of sea snail native to the Pacific Ocean, particularly the waters around Hawaii and the Philippines. This species possesses a large, sturdy shell that is typically white, though it may display brown spots or streaks. The shell is characterized by its strong axial ribs and spiral threads. It thrives in sandy or muddy habitats, usually in deeper waters.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Neogastropoda
Neogastropoda
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| Family |
Miters
Mitridae
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| Genus |
Nebularia
Nebularia
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