Belknapchiton japonicus [Belknapchiton japonicus]
Description
A hardy, rock-dwelling chiton, Belknapchiton japonicus is typically found attached to hard substrates in coastal waters. Underwater, divers might notice it as a low-profile, armored animal that slowly shifts as it feeds on microalgae.
Where To See Belknapchiton japonicus
No sighting locations recorded yet.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Molluscs
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Chitons
Polyplacophora
|
| Order |
Loricate comb jellies (Ctenophore relatives)
Neoloricata
|
| Family |
Chitons (Lepidopleura & relatives)
Lepidopleurida
|
| Genus |
Lepidopleurina
Lepidopleurina
|
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