Violet Sea Snail [Eutrichobranchus exiguus]
Description
The Violet Sea Snail, scientifically known as Eutrichobranchus exiguus, is a small marine gastropod mollusk in the family Janthinidae. This species exhibits a vibrant violet color and a triangular shell. It is primarily found in temperate and tropical oceans around the world, floating on the surface on a raft of bubbles that it creates. The Violet Sea Snail feeds on hydrozoans, particularly the by-the-wind sailor (Velella velella).
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Segmented Worms
Annelida
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|---|---|
| Class |
Polychaetes
Polychaeta
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| Order |
Canalipalpata
Canalipalpata
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| Family |
Trichobranchids
Trichobranchidae
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| Genus |
Eutrichobranchus
Eutrichobranchus
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