Pulley Shell [Lirophora latilirata]
Description
The Pulley Shell, scientifically known as Lirophora latilirata, is a species of sea snail. It is a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Pseudomelatomidae, commonly found in the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico. This species has a shell size of about 35 mm and is known for its cone-like shape and brown color. It lives in deep-water habitats, typically dwelling at depths of up to 100 meters.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Clams
Veneroida
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| Family |
Venus Clams
Veneridae
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| Genus |
Lirophora
Lirophora
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