Pseudotriphora

Pseudotriphora is a genus of sea snails, marine gastropod mollusks in the family Triphoridae. These snails are characterized by their distinctive shell morphology, which is typically sinistral (coiled to the left) and has a prominent spiral or beaded sculpture. The shell is usually composed of three prominent whorls, hence the genus name. Pseudotriphora species are found in tropical and subtropical waters, inhabiting sandy or silty substrates on continental shelves and in deeper waters. They are predatory, feeding on small invertebrates such as polychaete worms and other mollusks. Reproduction in Pseudotriphora, like in many other marine gastropods, involves the release of eggs that develop into planktonic larvae. The exact number of species within the genus is subject to ongoing taxonomic research, with some species having been reclassified into other genera or synonymized over time. Studies on Pseudotriphora contribute to our understanding of marine biodiversity and the evolutionary relationships within the Triphoridae family.