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Sitka Periwinkle

Littorina sitkana

Taxonomy

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

About

Littorina sitkana is a species of small sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusc in the family Littorinidae, the winkles. It is commonly found in the high tidal zone and the splash zone.

Frequently Asked Questions

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