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Splendrillia acostata facts for kids

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Splendrillia acostata is a type of sea snail. It's a small creature that lives in the ocean, belonging to a group called gastropods (which includes snails and slugs). This particular snail is part of the Drilliidae family. It was first described by J.C. Verco in 1909.


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Splendrillia acostata
Scientific classification
Synonyms
  • Austrodrillia woodsi acostata J.C. Verco, 1909
  • Drillia woodsi acostata Verco J.C., 1909 (original combination)
  • Melatoma woodsi acostata (Verco, 1909)

Where It Lives

This sea snail lives only in Australia. You can find it in the waters near South Australia and Western Australia.

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  • Learn more about Splendrillia woodsi acostata on Gastropods.com
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