Mitridae

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title: Mitridae
text: Mitridae, known as mitres or mitre shells, are a taxonomic family of sea snails, widely distributed marine gastropod molluscs in the clade Mitroidea. Both the Latin name and the common name are taken from the item of ecclesiastical headgear, the mitre or miter, used in reference to the elongated and slender shape of the shells. These shells often exhibit intricate and colorful patterns, ranging from intricate spirals to bold geometric designs. The aperture of the shell is typically narrow, and t
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description: Family of gastropods
original url: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mitridae
date created: 2007-07-21T06:14:32Z
date modified: 2024-08-28T09:03:59Z
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