Mangelia muiri is a species of extremely small sea snail, specifically a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Mangeliidae.
They are an interesting example of the incredible diversity of life in the ocean, with many species still awaiting discovery and study.
Description The Mangelia muiri are tiny snails, typically measuring around 2-3 millimeters in length. Their shell grows to a length of 2.75 mm and a diameter of 1.5 mm. The shell of the sea snail is slender, elongated, and has a distinctive shape, with a short spire and a long, narrow aperture.
Diet As carnivorous snails, Mangelia muiri feed on small invertebrates, such as plankton, bristle worms, or other tiny animals.
Distribution These snails inhabit shallow waters, usually in coral reefs or rocky areas, or tropical and subtropical regions. Mangelia muiri are found in various parts of the world, including the Indo-Pacific region, the Caribbean, and the Mediterranean. They are also found off of Still Bay, South Africa.
References
External links Tucker, J.K. 2004 Catalog of recent and fossil turrids (Mollusca: Gastropoda). Zootaxa 682:1–1295.