Acteonidae
Acteonidae is a family of small to medium-sized marine gastropod mollusks commonly referred to as barrel bubble snails. They belong to the superfamily Acteonoidea and are part of the broader group of opisthobranchs in some classifications, though arrangements vary. The shells are typically smooth, glossy, and small, with a barrel- to oval shape and a short, rounded aperture. The shell color is often pale or translucent, and the animal can usually retract deeply into the shell.
Acteonidae have a worldwide distribution in shallow marine waters, from the intertidal zone to modest depths.
Ecology and biology: These snails are detritivores and micrograzers, feeding on organic detritus, biofilm, and microalgae
Taxonomy: The family encompasses multiple genera, with Acteon as the type genus. Taxonomic placement of Acteonidae
Reproduction: Reproduction involves laying eggs in gelatinous masses or capsules attached to the substrate. Development can
Conservation and research: Acteonidae are not as extensively studied as many other marine mollusks, making them