cymatiidae

• Famille taxonomique de grands escargots de mer, communément appelés tritons, caractérisés par des coquilles spiralées allongées.

A taxonomic family of large sea snails, commonly known as tritons, characterized by their elongated, spiral shells.

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   A family of large predatory sea snails, commonly known as tritons, with elongated, spiral shells.

   Cymatiidés (tritons)

   • The Cymatiidae family includes the giant triton, which preys on starfish.
   • Marine biologists study Cymatiidae to understand their role in coral reef ecosystems.
   • The shell of a Cymatiidae is often used as a decorative object.