Japanese Coccodentalium [Coccodentalium japonicum]
Description
Japanese Coccodentalium, scientifically known as Coccodentalium japonicum, is a species of tusk shell, a kind of marine mollusk in the family Dentaliidae. This species can be found in the waters surrounding Japan. It is known for its elongated, tusk-like shell, which is often a pale or creamy color.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Tusk shells
Scaphopoda
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| Order |
Dentaliida
Dentaliida
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| Family |
Tusk Shells
Dentaliidae
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| Genus |
Coccodentalium
Coccodentalium
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