Haliotidae
Definition
- Noun:
- A family of marine gastropod mollusks: "Haliotidae" is the scientific family name for a group of sea snails commonly known as abalones. These are characterized by a flattened, ear-shaped shell with a row of respiratory pores along the outer edge.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- The Haliotidae family includes many edible species prized for their meat and shells.
- Marine biologists study the growth patterns of Haliotidae in coastal ecosystems.
Advanced Usage
- In taxonomic classification: The term is used in scientific literature to categorize and discuss this specific family within the order Lepetellida.
- The phylogenetic study placed the new species firmly within the Haliotidae.
Variants and Related Words
- Abalone (n): The common name for any member of the family Haliotidae.
- Red abalone is a large species found off the coast of California.
- Haliotis (n): The sole genus within the family Haliotidae.
- Haliotis rufescens is the scientific name for the red abalone.
Synonyms
- Sea ears: A less common common name referring to the shell's shape.
- Ormers: A regional name used in the Channel Islands and parts of Europe.
Related Terms (Scientific Context)
- Gastropod: The larger class of mollusks to which Haliotidae belongs.
- Mother-of-pearl: The iridescent inner shell layer (nacre) produced by abalones (Haliotidae).
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abalones
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