Southern chiton [Belknapchiton australis]
Description
This chiton is typically found on rocky coastlines, where it adheres firmly to hard surfaces. Divers often see it as a compact, segmented shell with a distinct outline, sometimes tucked into cracks where waves and currents can’t easily dislodge it.
Where To See Southern chiton
Gotska Sandön
The Baltic Sea
, Lithuania
The Wreck of Mars
The Baltic Sea
, Lithuania
The Wreck of Kronan
The Baltic Sea
, Lithuania
Åland Islands
The Baltic Sea
, Lithuania
Laoshan Underwater Archaeological Site
Qingdao
, China
Zhanqiao Pier
Qingdao
, China
Sipadan Drop Off
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
Turtle Cavern
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
White Tip Avenue
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
Coral Garden
Sipadan Island
, Malaysia
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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