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Carnelian Cowry

Lyncina carneola

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Gastropoda ›Order: Littorinimorpha ›Family: Cypraeidae ›Genus: Lyncina

About

Lyncina carneola, common name the carnelian cowrie, is a species of sea snail, a cowry, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Cypraeidae, the cowries.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Carnelian Cowry?
The scientific name of Carnelian Cowry is Lyncina carneola.
What is the conservation status of Carnelian Cowry?
The Carnelian Cowry has a conservation status of Near Threatened.
What kingdom does Carnelian Cowry belong to?
Carnelian Cowry belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Carnelian Cowry belong to?
Carnelian Cowry belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Carnelian Cowry belong to?
Carnelian Cowry belongs to the class Gastropoda.
What order does Carnelian Cowry belong to?
Carnelian Cowry belongs to the order Littorinimorpha.
What family does Carnelian Cowry belong to?
Carnelian Cowry belongs to the family Cypraeidae.
What genus does Carnelian Cowry belong to?
Carnelian Cowry belongs to the genus Lyncina.