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Topic: Limacinidae


In the News (Tue 29 Dec 09)

  
  notes
Considerations on a subdivision of Thecosomata, with the emphasis on genus group classification of Limacinidae.
The families Limacinidae, Cavoliniidae and Peraclididae (Gastropoda, Thecosomata) are raised in rank to Limacinoidea, Cavolinioidea and Peraclidoidea, respectively, and currently recognised subfamilies of the Cavoliniidae are given full familial status, viz.
A preliminary genus group classification of the Limacinidae is proposed, mainly on morphological shell features; a new genus, Currylimacina n.
sites.waldonet.net.mt /ariewe/notes.htm   (1504 words)

  
 Gelatinous Molluscs   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
The mouth typically has lateral jaws and a radula to aid in gathering the feeding web.
Within the Suborder Euthecosomata, the Family Limacinidae includes species possessing a relatively well developed coiled calcareous shell, the ability to withdraw into the shell, and a shell operculum.
Most thecosomes are members of the Family Cavoliniidae, which generally have a symmetrical cone-shaped or globular shell that may be slightly curved.
jellieszone.com /molluscs.htm   (949 words)

  
 Limacinid Gastropod
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