Angular Tritons [Monoplex]
Description
Monoplex is a genus of sea snails within the family Ranellidae, commonly referred to as angular tritons. These gastropods are known for their angular, sometimes sharply pointed shells, which can have a variety of textures, from smooth to heavily sculpted. The species within this genus are distributed in tropical and subtropical seas worldwide, where they assume the role of predators, feeding on a wide range of marine invertebrates.
Species
Angular Triton [Cymatium angulatum]
View DetailsTaxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Littorinimorpha
Littorinimorpha
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| Family |
Tritons
Ranellidae
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Statistics
- Species 1