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Atlantic dog whelk

Nucella lapillus

Least Concern

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アトランティックドッグウェルク（Nucella lapillus）は大西洋東西の岩礁潮間帯に広く分布する肉食性の巻貝で、フジツボ・イガイなどを歯舌で穿孔・捕食する。IUCNレッドリストでは軽度懸念（LC）に分類されており、潮間帯生態系において重要な捕食者として機能する。かつてはその体から紫色の染料（チリアンパープル）が抽出されていたと考えられている歴史的・文化的に興味深い種である。

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in terrestrial and aquatic habitats including forests and freshwater.

Found across Europe (9 countries) and North America (Canada).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇫🇷 France 🇬🇷 Greece 🇮🇪 Ireland 🇨🇦 Canada 🇪🇸 Spain 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Species

Nucella lapillus (Atlantic dog whelk)

Names in Other Languages

French bigorneau blanc

German Nördliche Purpurschnecke

Russian моллюски-багрянки

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Atlantic dog whelk?

The scientific name of Atlantic dog whelk is Nucella lapillus. It belongs to the genus Nucella.

What is the conservation status of Atlantic dog whelk?

Atlantic dog whelk (Nucella lapillus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Atlantic dog whelk live?

Atlantic dog whelk is found in Found across Europe (9 countries) and North America (Canada).. Countries include Belgium, Canada, Denmark, France, Greece, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Spain, Sweden.

What family does Atlantic dog whelk belong to?

Atlantic dog whelk (Nucella lapillus) belongs to the genus Nucella, which is part of the taxonomic family Muricidae.

Is Atlantic dog whelk endangered?

No, Atlantic dog whelk (Nucella lapillus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Atlantic dog whelk belong to?

Atlantic dog whelk (Nucella lapillus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).