Neritina (Noun)
Meaning
Ornately marked and brightly colored snails of brackish waters.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The neritina snail's vibrant shell patterns made it a prized specimen among collectors of marine life.
- Neritina snails thrive in the brackish waters of estuaries and mangrove swamps, where the mix of fresh and saltwater creates a unique environment.
- The brightly colored neritina shells were highly valued by the indigenous people, who used them in traditional ceremonies and rituals.
- Marine biologists have been studying the neritina snail's remarkable adaptability to different salinity levels in its habitat.
- In some parts of the world, neritina snails are considered a delicacy and are harvested for food, but overfishing has raised concerns about their conservation.