Bolma recens facts for kids
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Bolma recens is a type of large sea snail. It lives in the ocean and belongs to a group of snails called molluscs. This snail is part of the Turbinidae family, which are often called "turban snails" because of their shell shape.
This snail has a special "trapdoor" called an operculum. It's made of a hard, chalky material, like limestone. This trapdoor helps the snail protect itself by closing off its shell opening.
There are two known types, or subspecies, of Bolma recens:
- Bolma recens clemenceae
- Bolma recens recens
Where Bolma Recens Lives
This interesting sea snail lives in deep parts of the ocean. It has been found in a few specific places around the world.
One place is near the Kiwi Seamount. This is an underwater mountain located north of New Zealand. Bolma recens has also been discovered off the coast of Madagascar.
