Volvarina algazaliae
Shell of Volvarina algazaliae (holotype in the MNHN, Paris)
Scientific classification Edit this classification
Domain: Eukaryota
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Mollusca
Class: Gastropoda
Subclass: Caenogastropoda
Order: Neogastropoda
Family: Marginellidae
Subfamily: Marginellinae
Genus: Volvarina
Species:
V. algazaliae
Binomial name
Volvarina algazaliae
Ortea, 2014

Volvarina algazaliae is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Marginellidae, the margin snails.[1]

Description

Body Symmetry

Volvarina algazaliae exhibits dextral coiling in its body symmetry. This means that its coiled shell typically spirals to the right.[2]

Cellularity

This species is multicellular, which is the most common cellular organisation in the animal kingdom. Multicellular organisms are composed of multiple specialised cells working together to form tissues and organs.[2]

Geographic Distribution

Volvarina algazaliae is found in the geographic region of Guadeloupe. [2]

Habitat

This species primarily inhabits marine benthic environments. "Benthic" refers to the ecological region at the bottom of a body of water, such as the sea or an ocean. Marine benthic habitats can include the seabed and the substrate of the ocean floor.[2]

Locomotion

Volvarina algazaliae moves through mucus-mediated gliding. This implies that it secretes mucus to help it move across its environment, likely the substrate in the benthic habitat.[2]

Mineralized Skeleton

The species has a mineralized skeleton that contains calcium carbonate. Calcium carbonate is a common mineral found in the shells of many marine mollusks, providing structural support and protection.[2]

Reproduction

Volvarina algazaliae reproduces through sexual reproduction.[2]

Trophic Guild

This species occupies the trophic guild of a predator. As a predator, it likely feeds on other organisms as a primary food source.[2]

Visual System

Volvarina algazaliae possesses lensed eyes, indicating that it has developed specialised structures for vision. These eyes likely help it detect and navigate its surroundings, potentially assisting in its predation and other behaviours.[2]

Distribution

Volvarina algazaliae is usually found in Guadeloupe, in the Caribbean Sea[3] [4]

References

  1. ↑ MolluscaBase eds. (2023). MolluscaBase. Volvarina algazaliae Ortea, 2014. Accessed through: World Register of Marine Species at: https://www.marinespecies.org/aphia.php?p=taxdetails&id=827951 on 2023-08-28
  2. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 "Volvarina algazaliae Ortea 2014 - Encyclopedia of Life". eol.org. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
  3. ↑ "WoRMS - World Register of Marine Species - Volvarina algazaliae Ortea, 2014". www.marinespecies.org. Retrieved 30 October 2023.
  4. ↑ "Volvarina algazaliae Ortea 2014 maps - Encyclopedia of Life". media.eol.org. Retrieved 30 October 2023.


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