Brachiopoda (Noun)
Meaning
Marine invertebrates that resemble mollusks.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Brachiopoda are a group of marine invertebrates that resemble mollusks but have a unique body structure with two hinged shells.
- The Brachiopoda phylum includes over 300 species of these marine animals that filter feed on plankton and small particles.
- Fossil records show that Brachiopoda have been present on Earth for over 500 million years, with many extinct species found in ancient rocks.
- In modern oceans, Brachiopoda can be found attached to rocks or reefs, where they use their lophophore to capture food particles.
- Despite their resemblance to mollusks, Brachiopoda have a distinct body plan that sets them apart from other marine invertebrates.