Busyconidae is a animal family in the Animalia kingdom, order Neogastropoda, class Gastropoda. The family contains 6 accepted species worldwide.
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Busyconidae animals belong to the Neogastropoda order in the Animalia kingdom. It has a low spire, a long siphonal canal, and a distinct shoulder at the junction of the spire and body whorl, where small to moderate sized knobs are present. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
Busyconidae is classified in the order Neogastropoda, class Gastropoda, phylum Mollusca. The family contains 6 accepted species worldwide.
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