Fissurisepta facts for kids

Fissurisepta is a group of small sea snails. These snails are also known as keyhole limpets. They live in the ocean and are a type of gastropod mollusc. They belong to the family called Fissurellidae.

What are Fissurisepta?

Fissurisepta is a scientific name for a specific genus of keyhole limpets. A genus is like a small family group of animals that are very similar. These creatures are a type of sea snail. They have a shell, but it's shaped a bit like a cone or a cap.

Keyhole Limpets Explained

Keyhole limpets get their name from a small opening at the top of their shell. This opening looks a bit like a keyhole. It helps the limpet breathe and get rid of waste. They are not true limpets, but they look similar.

Where Do They Live?

Fissurisepta limpets live in the ocean. They are marine animals, which means they are found in saltwater environments. Many species in this group live in deep waters. They attach themselves to rocks or other hard surfaces on the seabed.

Species of Fissurisepta

There are several different kinds of Fissurisepta limpets. Each kind is called a species. Scientists give each species a unique name. This helps them keep track of all the different animals in the world.

Here are some of the species found within the Fissurisepta genus:

• Fissurisepta enderbyensis
• Fissurisepta fumarium
• Fissurisepta granulosa
• Fissurisepta manawatawhia
• Fissurisepta onychoides
• Fissurisepta oxia
• Fissurisepta pacifica
• Fissurisepta tenuicula

Scientists sometimes change the names of species. This happens when they learn new things about the animals. Some species that were once called Fissurisepta are now in different groups. This helps to organize the animal kingdom better.