Haliotis (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the family Haliotidae.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The haliotis shell is prized for its iridescent colors and use in jewelry and decorative objects.
- The Haliotis genus includes about 60 species of large sea snails that are commonly known as abalone.
- Marine biologists study the Haliotis to better understand the habitat needs and behavior of these ecologically important marine animals.
- Haliotis are herbivorous gastropod mollusks that live in shallow water along rocky coastlines in tropical and subtropical regions.
- Conservation efforts are focused on protecting the remaining populations of Haliotis, whose habitats are being threatened by ocean acidification and warming waters.