Laevipilinidae [Laevipilinidae]

Description

Laevipilinidae is a family of monoplacophoran mollusks that possess a single, smooth, shield-shaped shell. These animals are found in deep marine waters and are known for their simple, yet highly functional body plan. They have a series of gills, kidneys, and a looped digestive system, which are repeated along the length of their bodies, a feature that is unique among mollusks. Laevipilinidae are benthic, living on the ocean floor, and they feed by grazing on microorganisms and detritus. Their reproductive strategies and life cycle are not well understood due to the inaccessibility of their deep-sea habitats.

Genera

Laevipilina [Laevipilina]

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Micropilina [Micropilina]

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Veleropilina [Veleropilina]

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Taxonomy