Common Atlantic Cup-and-Saucer [Crucibulum quiriquinae]
Description
The Common Atlantic Cup-and-Saucer, or Crucibulum quiriquinae, is a species of sea snail in the Calyptraeidae family. It is commonly found in the Atlantic Ocean, particularly along the eastern coast of North America. The species is known for its unique shell shape and its ability to attach itself to a hard surface. It is found in a variety of habitats, including tidal pools and rock crevices.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Patellogastropoda
Patellogastropoda
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| Family |
Slipper limpets
Calyptraeidae
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| Genus |
Cup-and-Saucer Snails
Crucibulum
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