Taxonomy
- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Mollusca
- Class: Gastropoda
- Clade: Caenogastropoda
- Order: Neogastropoda
- Family: Raphitomidae
- Genus: Anticlinura
- Species: Anticlinura atlantica
Authority
The species was formally described in the scientific literature; the original author and year of description are recorded in taxonomic databases such as the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS).
Description
Anticlinura atlantica is a small marine gastropod possessing a slender, elongate shell typical of raphitomid turrids. The shell exhibits a combination of axial ribs and fine spiral sculpturing, giving it a textured appearance. The aperture is elongated with a well‑developed siphonal canal. Precise measurements and coloration details are documented in the original species description.
Distribution
The species is known from the Atlantic Ocean, where it has been recorded from bathyal depths. Specific localities include continental slope regions of the North Atlantic, though reported occurrences may vary among studies.
Habitat
Anticlinura atlantica inhabits marine benthic environments, typically associated with soft substrates (e.g., mud or sand) at depths ranging from several hundred to a few thousand meters. Like other members of Raphitomidae, it is presumed to be a predatory snail, feeding on small invertebrates.
References
- World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS). Anticlinura atlantica entry. Accessed 2026.
- Original species description (author, year) as cited in WoRMS.
Note: Detailed morphological and ecological data are limited to the original taxonomic literature and subsequent catalogues of marine mollusks. Further study may expand knowledge of its biology and distribution.
