Metalia townsendi (Bell, 1904)
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Family:  Brissidae ()
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Environment:  benthic; marine
Distribution:  Western Indian Ocean: Oman.
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Biology:  Found in waters less than 30m. Dwells on soft substrates. Burrowing species. Feeds on organic matter (Ref. 129602).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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