Architectonica
Architectonica is a genus of scaphopod mollusks commonly known as sunflower scallops or window shell scaphopods. These marine snails reside in shallow, tropical, and subtropical ocean waters across the world. They are characterized by their conical shells, often decorated with radial striations.
The shells of Architectonica species can grow up to several inches in length and display a wide
Architectonica shells are symmetrical, with a fairly slender shape, tapering outward from the aperture. The apertures
Architectonica species are predominantly found in tropical marine areas, where they typically inhabit shallow sand or