lamellista
A lamellista is a small, often microscopic, marine invertebrate belonging to the phylum Mollusca. These organisms are characterized by their flattened bodies and a shell that is also typically very thin and delicate, often resembling a tiny, translucent leaf or scale. The name "lamellista" itself derives from the Latin word "lamella," meaning small plate or layer, referring to their shell's structure.
Lamellists are commonly found in marine sediments, burrowing shallowly into sand or mud. Their diet usually