clamppaavat
Clamppaavat is a term used in the fictional world of Brinehaven to describe a group of bioluminescent, shell-bearing invertebrates that inhabit coastal and subtidal zones. They are notable for their softly glowing mantle and for forming dense, shell-covered mats on rock and coral substrates.
Etymology and naming conventions imply a combination of a familiar mollusk element with a local Brinehaven
Description and appearance: Individual clamppaavat typically range from 2 to 6 centimeters in diameter. They possess
Ecology and behavior: Clamppaavat are filter feeders that inhabit rocky reefs, tide pools, and shallow subtidal
Reproduction and lifecycle: Reproduction is sexual, with free-swimming larvae that eventually settle onto suitable substrate to
Human relevance: In Brinehaven culture and folklore, clamppaavat shells and luminescent tissue are used in jewelry,