Blunt Murex [Pterynotus beddomei]
Description
Pterynotus beddomei, commonly known as the Blunt Murex, is a species of sea snail. It is known for its sturdy shell, which is typically 3 to 4 cm in size. It is grayish-white in color, with a blunt spire and six whorls. This species is typically found in sand or muddy sand habitats, and it is most active at night.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Neogastropoda
Neogastropoda
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| Family |
Murex snails
Muricidae
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| Genus |
Pterynotus
Pterynotus
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