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Common Periwinkle

Littorina littorea

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Gastropoda ›Order: Littorinimorpha ›Family: Littorinidae ›Genus: Littorina

About

The common periwinkle or winkle (Littorina littorea) is a species of small edible whelk or sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusc that has gills and an operculum, and is classified within the family Littorinidae, the periwinkles.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common Periwinkle?
The scientific name of Common Periwinkle is Littorina littorea.
What kingdom does Common Periwinkle belong to?
Common Periwinkle belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common Periwinkle belong to?
Common Periwinkle belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Common Periwinkle belong to?
Common Periwinkle belongs to the class Gastropoda.
What order does Common Periwinkle belong to?
Common Periwinkle belongs to the order Littorinimorpha.
What family does Common Periwinkle belong to?
Common Periwinkle belongs to the family Littorinidae.
What genus does Common Periwinkle belong to?
Common Periwinkle belongs to the genus Littorina.