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Nerita

Nerita

9.9
A small sea snail with a rounded, patterned shell that lives on rocks in warm seas
  • noun
  • /nəˈriːtə/
  • Specialized
: Nerita
  • Several species within the Nerita genus can be found on rocky tropical shorelines.

Examples

  • The shell of Nerita is recognized by its rounded shape and distinctive coloration.

  • Look at that beautiful Nerita shell!

  • Marine biologists often study Nerita snails to learn more about tidal adaptations.

  • The Nerita shell is often found on sandy beaches.

  • Marine biologists often study Nerita snails to learn more about tidal adaptations.

  • Several species within the Nerita genus can be found on rocky tropical shorelines.

  • The shell of Nerita is recognized by its rounded shape and distinctive coloration.

Compounds

Nerita peloronta
  • Specialized
9.9

A small sea snail from the Caribbean with a shell that has red tooth-like bumps

Surface Forms

Nerita singular
Neritas plural

Etymology

Nerita comes from an old Greek word nerites meaning 'sea snail', so the name itself is simply a word for these small snails. This helps you remember that Nerita is the scientific name for a group of small marine snails often found on tropical shores.