Description
Babylonia lutosa, commonly known as the lutose Babylon, is a species of marine gastropod mollusk, or sea snail, belonging to the family Babyloniidae. These snails are characterized by their brown or yellowish-brown shells with darker spiral bands, often reaching up to 4 cm in length. The body of the snail is typically pale yellowish-brown with darker spots. They are nocturnal and burrow into sediment during the day, earning them the nickname "mud snails".
Here's a more detailed description:
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Shell: The shell is typically brown or yellowish-brown with darker spiral bands.
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Size: It can grow up to 4 cm in length.
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Body: The body is usually pale yellowish-brown with darker spots.
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Behavior: They are active at night and burrow into sediment during the day.
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Habitat: They are found in marine environments, often in muddy or sandy bottoms.
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Distribution: Their distribution ranges from Japan to Sri Lanka.
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Scientific Classification: They belong to the order Neogastropoda, family Babyloniidae
