Arctic Chiton [Callochiton septemdentatus]
Description
The Arctic Chiton, also known as Callochiton septemdentatus, is a species found in colder, Arctic waters. It is characterized by its small size and light brown to grayish-white color. This species is known to inhabit rocky substrates in the intertidal and shallow subtidal zones and is often found in association with seaweeds.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Chitons
Polyplacophora
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| Order |
Chitons
Chitonida
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| Family |
Keeled Chitons
Ischnochitonidae
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| Genus |
Callochiton
Callochiton
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