Striped Tusk Shell [Striodentalium striolatum]
Description
The Striped Tusk Shell, scientifically known as Striodentalium striolatum, is a species of scaphopod mollusks found in the marine environments. The species is characterized by its long, tubular shell which is open at both ends, and is generally white with brownish stripes. The shell typically ranges from 30 to 80 mm in length. This species is mostly found in the sandy bottoms of intertidal and subtidal zones.
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 |
Dentaliidae
Dentaliidae
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| Genus |
Striodentalium
Striodentalium
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