| Zeadmete atlantica | |
|---|---|
Scientific classification  | |
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Mollusca |
| Class: | Gastropoda |
| Subclass: | Caenogastropoda |
| Order: | Neogastropoda |
| Superfamily: | Volutoidea |
| Family: | Cancellariidae |
| Genus: | Zeadmete |
| Species: | Z. atlantica |
| Binomial name | |
| Zeadmete atlantica Petit, L. D. Campbell & S. C. Campbell, 2010 | |
Zeadmete atlantica is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Cancellariidae, the nutmeg snails.[1]
The shell of Zeadmete atlantica is small and slender, with a length of up to 3.76 mm and a diameter of up to 1.96 mm. It is white or pale yellow in color, with spiral ribs and axial folds. The aperture is narrow and oval-shaped. The shell's surface is smooth and glossy, and the overall shape is elongated with a pointed apex.
Zeadmete atlantica was first described in 2010 by Petit, Campbell, and Campbell. It is the only known species of Zeadmete in the Atlantic Ocean.[2] The species is named for its Atlantic Ocean habitat. [1]
Zeadmete atlantica is a deep-sea species found at depths ranging from 200 to 500 meters. It inhabits sandy and muddy substrates where it likely feeds on detritus and microorganisms. Due to its deep-sea habitat, it is rarely encountered and is considered a rare species.
This rare deep-sea species occurs in the Atlantic Ocean off the coast of South Carolina, USA. It has a limited distribution and is known only from a few specimens collected in this region.
There is currently no specific conservation status for Zeadmete atlantica. However, its rarity and limited distribution make it potentially vulnerable to environmental changes and human activities such as deep-sea trawling and habitat disturbance.
The discovery of Zeadmete atlantica has contributed to the understanding of biodiversity in deep-sea environments. It highlights the importance of continued exploration and study of deep-sea ecosystems, which remain largely unexplored and poorly understood.
Zeadmete atlantica belongs to the genus Zeadmete within the family Cancellariidae. The family Cancellariidae, commonly known as nutmeg snails, is characterized by their distinctively patterned and often colorful shells. The genus Zeadmete is known for its small, intricately sculptured shells.
In addition to its small size and slender shape, Zeadmete atlantica exhibits several distinct morphological features. The shell has well-defined spiral ribs and axial folds, which give it a textured appearance. The aperture is narrow and oval-shaped, with a smooth inner lip. The outer lip is thin and slightly flared. The shell's coloration ranges from white to pale yellow, and it may exhibit a slight sheen.
Little is known about the reproductive biology of Zeadmete atlantica. Like other gastropods, it is likely to have separate sexes and reproduce through internal fertilization. The development of larvae and their dispersal mechanisms in the deep-sea environment remain subjects for further research.
Due to its deep-sea habitat, Zeadmete atlantica has minimal direct interaction with humans. However, deep-sea exploration and sampling have led to the discovery of this species. The study of such species can provide valuable insights into the biodiversity and ecological processes of deep-sea ecosystems.
Future research on Zeadmete atlantica could focus on its ecological role in the deep-sea environment, reproductive biology, and potential responses to environmental changes. Understanding the species' distribution, population dynamics, and genetic diversity would also contribute to conservation efforts.
^ MolluscaBase eds. (2023). MolluscaBase. Zeadmete atlantica Petit, L. D. Campbell & S. C. Campbell, 2010. Accessed through: World Register of Marine Species at: https://www.marinespecies.org/aphia.php?p=taxdetails&id=494245 on 2023-10-19
^ Galli, Claudio. "WMSDB - Worldwide Mollusc Species DataBase".
Petit R.E., Campbell L.D. & Campbell S.C. (2010). A new species of Zeadmete (Gastropoda: Cancellariidae) from South Carolina, a genus previously unknown in the Atlantic Ocean. The Nautilus 124(1):41-43.
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