Spiny Star Turban [Guildfordia yoka]
Description
The Spiny Star Turban is a species of large sea snail, marine gastropod mollusk in the family Turbinidae. This species is found in the Pacific Ocean along Japan. It has a shell size of about 50mm, characterized by its intricate and ornate shell design with spiny structures and a star-like pattern. It inhabits subtidal waters and rocky areas.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
|
| Order |
Vetigastropoda
Vetigastropoda
|
| Family |
Turbans and turban snails
Turbinidae
|
| Genus |
Spiny Star Turbans
Guildfordia
|