Parafuniculina hirsuta [Parafuniculina hirsuta]
Description
Parafuniculina hirsuta is a species of marine bivalve mollusks belonging to the family Syrnolidae. It is characterized by its hirsute (hairy) surface, hence the name. This species is found in the deep sea, often in colder, temperate waters. It is a filter feeder, consuming microscopic plankton and detritus. The bivalve is recognized for its elongated, oval shape and its thin, translucent shell.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Jellyfish, Sea Anemones, and Relatives
Cnidaria
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|---|---|
| Class |
Sea Anemones and Corals
Anthozoa
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| Order |
Sea Pens
Pennatulacea
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| Family |
Fleshy Sea Pens
Funiculinidae
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| Genus |
Parafuniculina
Parafuniculina
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