Lienardia rubida is a species of small sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Clathurellidae.
Description and Characteristics
Lienardia rubida is a small, slender, and delicate snail. It is typically characterized by its reddish-brown to brown color and its distinctive, elongated shell. The shell is thin and fragile, with a spire that is taller than the aperture (opening). The whorls (coils) of the shell are ornamented with fine, longitudinal ribs and spiral cords.
Habitat and Occurrence
Lienardia rubida is a common inhabitant of the intertidal zone and shallow subtidal habitats, primarily in sandy or muddy bottoms. This makes it a prevalent presence in the neritic zone, the marine zone that extends from the shoreline out to the edge of the continental shelf.
Taxonomy
Lienardia rubida belongs to the Class Gastropoda, which includes all snails and slugs. It is further classified within the Order Neogastropoda, a group of predatory and carnivorous snails. Lienardia rubida is part of the Family Clathurellidae, a large and diverse family of small, predatory snails that are known for their distinctive, elongated shells.
Feeding
Like other members of the Clathurellidae family, Lienardia rubida is a carnivorous snail that feeds on other small marine invertebrates, such as worms and other mollusks.
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