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naticidae

/ˌneɪ.tɪˈsaɪ.diː/

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noun

/ˌneɪ.tɪˈsaɪ.diː/C2formalscientific
  • ruТаксономическое семейство морских улиток, широко известных как лунные раковины, характеризующихся гладкими шарообразными раковинами и хищным образом питания.

A taxonomic family of sea snails, commonly known as moonshells, characterized by their smooth, globular shells and predatory feeding habits.

proper noun

  1. C2formalscientific

    A family of predatory sea snails, commonly known as moonsnails or moon shells, characterized by their smooth, globular shells and predatory behavior on other mollusks.

    ruЛунатики

    • The Naticidae family includes many species found in sandy marine environments.
    • Moonsnails are known for their distinctive egg collars laid on the seafloor.
    • Naticidae species use a specialized organ to drill holes into the shells of their prey.