Mitrella aemulata facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mitrella aemulata |
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| Shells of Mitrella aemulata (holotype in MNHN, Paris) | |
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Mitrella aemulata is a type of sea snail. It is a small marine animal that belongs to a group called gastropods, which are a kind of mollusk. This particular snail is part of the family called Columbellidae, which are often known as dove snails.
What is Mitrella aemulata?
This snail is a fascinating creature that lives in the ocean. Like all snails, it has a shell that protects its soft body. Mitrella aemulata is a relatively small snail.
Shell Description
The shell of Mitrella aemulata can grow up to about 7.7 mm long. To give you an idea, that's less than a centimeter, or about the length of a small pea! The image shows what its shell looks like.
Where Does Mitrella aemulata Live?
This marine species has been found living off the coast of Annobón, which is an island in Equatorial Guinea. This area is located in West Africa. It lives in the ocean waters around this island.
