- Source: Bela keepingi
Bela keepingi is an extinct species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusk in the family Mangeliidae. This species was first described by Etheridge and Bell in 1898. Bela keepingi is known for its distinct shell morphology and its occurrence in specific marine environments during the Pliocene and Pleistocene epochs.
Description
The shell of Bela keepingi is relatively small, with a length that can reach up to 6.6 mm and a diameter of about 2.2 mm. The shell is characterized by its elongated, fusiform shape and intricate patterns. The surface of the shell is adorned with fine spiral ridges and grooves, which add to its intricate appearance. The aperture is narrow, and the outer lip is thin and slightly flared.
Distribution
This extinct marine species was found in the Pliocene and Pleistocene strata in Cornwall, Great Britain, and in Belgium. These regions are known for their rich marine biodiversity and complex oceanographic conditions during these geological periods.
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
Phylum: Mollusca
Class: Gastropoda
Subclass: Caenogastropoda
Order: Neogastropoda
Superfamily: Conoidea
Family: Mangeliidae
Genus: Bela
Species: B. keepingi
References
Etheridge, R. & Bell, A., 1898. On the pliocene beds at St. Erth. Transactions of the Geological Society of Cornwall, 12: 111-166.
External links
Image of Bela keepingi
