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Pectinibranchia

Pectinibranchia

9.9
A large group of sea snails with one comb-like gill
  • noun
  • Specialized
: pectinibranquios
  • The single comb-like gill is a key characteristic of the Pectinibranchia order.

Examples

  • Many marine snails belong to the Pectinibranchia, recognized by their distinctive gills.

  • The Pectinibranchia are fascinating creatures found in marine environments.

  • Recent studies have revised the classification of Pectinibranchia due to new molecular evidence.

  • Do you know about the Pectinibranchia species?

  • Many marine snails belong to the Pectinibranchia, which are known for their unique, comb-like gills.

  • The single, comb-like gill is a defining feature of the Pectinibranchia order of gastropod mollusks.

  • Researchers study Pectinibranchia to understand their adaptations to various marine environments.

Surface Forms

Pectinibranchia singular
Pectinibranchias plural

Etymology

Pectinibranchia comes from parts that mean 'comb' and 'gills': pectini- 'comb' and -branchia 'gills'. So these snails are named for their single, comb-like gill.