Chiton

Chitons are molluscs that live on the rocky shore. Their shells are made up of several plates that act like a protective armour. They are flexible enough to allow the chiton to securely attach to uneven rock surfaces.

Object Summary

Accession Loan No.
752/1913/69
Collection Class
Molluscs
Collector Excavator
Pym, Mrs (from the collection of)
Common Name
chiton
Simple Name
mollusc: chiton
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CHITONIDAE: unidentified: chiton