Souleyet's emerald [Smaragdia souleyetana]
Description
Smaragdia souleyetana, or Souleyet's emerald, is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Neritidae. It is characterized by its conical shell with a vibrant green color. This species is typically found in the Indo-Pacific region, dwelling in shallow, warm waters. Souleyet's emerald feeds on algae and detritus.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Gastropods
Gastropoda
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| Order |
Cycloneritimorpha
Cycloneritimorpha
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| Family |
Neritidae
Neritidae
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| Genus |
Smaragdia
Smaragdia
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