Neptune whelks [Neptunea]

Description

Neptunea are a genus of large sea snails known as Neptune whelks. They have robust, spirally grooved shells and inhabit cold northern waters. Neptune whelks are carnivorous, feeding on a diet that includes smaller mollusks.

Species

Neptunea lyrata [Neptunea lyrata]

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Neptunea arthritica [Neptunea arthritica]

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Neptunea contraria [Neptunea contraria]

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Neptunea despecta [Neptunea despecta]

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Taxonomy