Tanea zelandica facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Tanea zelandica |
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| A shell of Tanea zelandica | |
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clade Caenogastropoda
clade Hypsogastropoda clade Littorinimorpha |
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Naticoidea
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Naticidae
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Tanea
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T. zelandica
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| Tanea zelandica (Quoy and Gaimard, 1832)
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The necklace shell or New Zealand moon snail (scientific name: Tanea zelandica) is a type of medium-sized sea snail. It's a predatory marine gastropod mollusc, which means it lives in the ocean and hunts other animals for food. This fascinating snail belongs to the Naticidae family, also known as moon snails or necklace shells.
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About the Necklace Shell
What it Looks Like
The shell of an adult necklace snail can be anywhere from 15 millimeters (about half an inch) to 33 millimeters (about 1.3 inches) long. This makes it a medium-sized snail.
Where it Lives
Home in New Zealand
You can find the necklace shell living in the ocean waters all around New Zealand. It's a native species to this beautiful country.
Learn More
If you want to learn about Tanea zelandica in Spanish, check out this page: Tanea zelandica para niños
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