Polar False Limpet [Entalinopsis pellucida]
Description
The Polar False Limpet (Entalinopsis pellucida) is another marine species found in frigid, polar waters, specifically in the Arctic. It is also a benthic organism, preferring to reside on the seafloor. It has a similar limpet-like shape to its Antarctic counterpart, but its shell is more translucent, giving it a unique appearance. The species is also solitary and is usually found on hard 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 |
Gadilidae
Gadilidae
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| Genus |
Entalinopsis
Entalinopsis
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