Cyrtulus genticus facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cyrtulus genticus |
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clade Caenogastropoda
clade Hypsogastropoda clade Neogastropoda |
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Buccinoidea
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Fasciolariidae
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Fusininae
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Cyrtulus
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C. genticus
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| Cyrtulus genticus (Iredale, 1936)
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Cyrtulus genticus is a type of sea snail. It is a species of mollusc that lives in the ocean. These snails are known for being predatory, meaning they hunt and eat other animals. Cyrtulus genticus belongs to a group called gastropods, which includes all snails and slugs. It is part of the family Fasciolariidae, often called spindle snails or tulip snails.
Where It Lives
This sea snail can be found in the Tasman Sea. This area is located off the coast of Australia.
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In Spanish: Cyrtulus genticus para niños
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