naticoid (Meaning)
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naticoid (a.)
Like or belonging to Natica, or the family Naticidae.
Synonyms & Antonyms of naticoid
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naticoid Sentence Examples
- The naticoid snail, characterized by its distinctive globose shell, is found in various marine environments.
- The naticoid gastropod's specialized feeding apparatus allows it to penetrate the shells of other mollusks.
- Naticoid shells exhibit a wide range of colors and patterns, including white, brown, and mottled.
- The operculum of naticoid snails is typically calcareous and closes the shell when the animal retracts.
- The naticoid foot is muscular and enables the snail to move along the seafloor.
- Naticoid snails are commonly found in shallow waters and feed on bivalves and other small invertebrates.
- The predatory behavior of naticoids can have a significant impact on the abundance of other shellfish species.
- Naticoid shells are often preserved in the fossil record and provide valuable insights into ancient marine ecosystems.
- The naticoid genus Sinum includes species with both left- and right-handed shells, a unique characteristic among gastropods.
- The naticoid snail is a fascinating and important component of coastal and marine ecosystems.
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Like or belonging to Natica, or the family Naticidae.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The naticoid snail, characterized by its distinctive globose shell, is found in various marine environments.
The naticoid gastropod's specialized feeding apparatus allows it to penetrate the shells of other mollusks.
Naticoid shells exhibit a wide range of colors and patterns, including white, brown, and mottled.
The operculum of naticoid snails is typically calcareous and closes the shell when the animal retracts.
