Amaea decussata [Amaea decussata]
Description
Known as the cross-hatched amaea, this small gastropod exhibits a shell with a cross-hatched pattern. It is found in the waters of the Indo-Pacific, dwelling in the intertidal zone to depths of 100 meters. The shell measures approximately 10 mm in length. The species is typically found on hard substrates, such as rocks and coral reefs.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Terebellids
Terebellidae
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| Genus |
Amaea
Amaea
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