Apispiralia albocincta facts for kids
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Apispiralia albocincta is a type of small sea snail. It is a mollusk that lives in the ocean, also known as a marine gastropod. This snail belongs to a group of sea snails called the Mangeliidae family.
About This Snail
This snail has a shell that is quite strong. It is usually a reddish-brown color. A wide white band goes around the middle of its shell. You can also see this white band on the top, spiral part of the shell, which is called the spire. The opening of the shell has a thick edge. Inside this edge, there are small tooth-like bumps.
Where It Lives
Apispiralia albocincta is a special snail because it is endemic to Australia. This means it is found only in Australia and nowhere else in the world. You can find this marine snail living off the coast of New South Wales.
