Giant Needle Tusk Shell [Pictodentalium giganteum]
Description
The Giant Needle Tusk Shell, scientifically known as Pictodentalium giganteum, is a marine species that is part of the Scaphopoda class. It is commonly found in the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean. This species is characterized by its elongated, tubular shell which can reach up to 30 cm in length. It is usually white in color, with a fine, needle-like apex. The Giant Needle Tusk Shell is a benthic, sedentary organism, typically found in sandy substrates.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Tusk Shells
Scaphopoda
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| Family |
Dentaliidae
Dentaliidae
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| Genus |
Pictodentalium
Pictodentalium
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