rostorconchs
Rostorconchs are a group of marine mollusks belonging to the subclass Heterobranchia, order Neogastropoda, and family Rostellariidae. They are characterized by their distinctive, flattened, and often elongated shells, which are typically brown or reddish-brown in color. The shells are usually smooth and may have a slight ridge or keel running along the edge. Rostorconchs are found in tropical and subtropical waters, inhabiting a variety of substrates, including coral reefs, rocky shores, and sandy bottoms.
The most well-known genus within the Rostellariidae family is Rostellaria, which includes species like Rostellaria cristata
Rostorconchs play an important role in their ecosystems by helping to control algal growth and by serving