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Siphon whelks, a type of marine snail, use a specialized feeding structure known as a siphon to help them locate and consume food. They primarily feed on bivalves and other mollusks by extending their siphon to detect chemical cues in the water. Once they locate prey, they use their radula, a tongue-like organ with tiny teeth, to scrape and extract flesh from the shells. This feeding method allows them to efficiently access nutrients from hard-bodied prey.
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What do dog-whelks eat?
Dog whelks eat barnacles , tube worms and mussels so there you have im your hero.
Do dog whelks eat seaweed?
No
Do crabs eat whelks?
no, some crabs eat seaweed
Do small fish eat whelks?
Small fish generally do not eat whelks, as whelks are marine snails with hard shells that are difficult for fish to consume. However, some predatory fish may prey on juvenile whelks or their eggs. In contrast, small fish typically feed on plankton, smaller invertebrates, or plant material rather than larger, shelled organisms like whelks.
Do Whelks eat seaweed?
Dog whelks are marine snails that are carnivorous. They eat mainly mussels and barnacle and not seaweed. The scientific name for dog whelks is Nucella lapillus.
Do shrimps eat whelks?
Yes, some species of shrimp can eat whelks, particularly when they are smaller or in vulnerable stages. Shrimps are opportunistic feeders and may prey on various invertebrates, including whelks, if the opportunity arises. However, the diet of shrimp can vary widely depending on their species and habitat.
Are whelks a carnivore?
yes, because they eat all sorts of animals.
What do Channeled Whelks eat?
Channeled Whelks are carnivorous and primarily feed on bivalves such as mussels and clams. They use their strong shell-crushing radula to puncture and consume the soft tissues of their prey. They may also scavenge on dead marine organisms.
How do whelks breathe underwater?
Unlike land snails and other sea snails such as periwinkles they have a siphon or tube running out from the part of the body known as the mantle cavity to draw in water for breathing.
How do dog whelks breathe underwater?
Unlike land snails and other sea snails such as periwinkles they have a siphon or tube running out from the part of the body known as the mantle cavity to draw in water for breathing.
Do any whelks eat moss?
yes the northwestern whelk eats exotic moss
How much do black oystercatchers eat?
it eats a variety of invertebrate marine life including mussels , whelks and limpets
