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Ten-ridged Whelk

Neptunea decemcostata

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Gastropoda ›Order: Neogastropoda ›Family: Buccinidae ›Genus: Neptunea

About

Neptunea decemcostata, the New England neptune, is a species of Neptunea and the state shell of Massachusetts. It is sometimes considered a subspecies of Neptunea lyrata, which it shares its common name with.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Ten-ridged Whelk?
The scientific name of Ten-ridged Whelk is Neptunea decemcostata.
What kingdom does Ten-ridged Whelk belong to?
Ten-ridged Whelk belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Ten-ridged Whelk belong to?
Ten-ridged Whelk belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Ten-ridged Whelk belong to?
Ten-ridged Whelk belongs to the class Gastropoda.
What order does Ten-ridged Whelk belong to?
Ten-ridged Whelk belongs to the order Neogastropoda.
What family does Ten-ridged Whelk belong to?
Ten-ridged Whelk belongs to the family Buccinidae.
What genus does Ten-ridged Whelk belong to?
Ten-ridged Whelk belongs to the genus Neptunea.