Foveaux Strait Limpet [Notoacmea foveauxensis]
Description
The Foveaux Strait Limpet, or Notoacmea foveauxensis, is a species of sea snail found in the waters of New Zealand. Its shell is conical and can be off-white to brown in color. It is found in the intertidal to subtidal zones, usually on rocky substrates. The Foveaux Strait Limpet is known for its resilience against harsh weather conditions and is often found in clusters.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Vetigastropoda
Vetigastropoda
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| Family |
Keyhole limpets
Fissurellidae
|
| Genus |
Mirror limpets
Lucapina
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