Northwest diaphana [Diaphana indica]
Description
Diaphana indica, or the northwest diaphana, is a species of sea snail found primarily in the northwest Pacific Ocean. It has a small, transparent shell, typical of the Diaphana genus, and a soft body that can be seen through the shell. It is found in various marine habitats, including coral reefs and seagrass beds. The species is hermaphroditic, with each individual possessing both male and female reproductive organs.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Cephalaspidea
Cephalaspidea
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| Family |
Diaphanids
Diaphanidae
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| Genus |
Diaphana
Diaphana
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