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Whelks have been found in the fossil record dating back over 100 million years, indicating their presence since ancient times. In terms of modern discovery, whelks have likely been harvested for food and admired for their shells for thousands of years throughout human history across different cultures and regions.

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Where do whelks live?

Whelks are marine gastropod mollusks that can be found in oceans around the world, typically living in shallow coastal waters. They are often found on sandy or rocky substrates, where they feed on mollusks, crustaceans, and other small marine animals.


Do whelks have a backbone?

No, whelks do not have a backbone. They are mollusks, which means they belong to a class of invertebrates that lack a spinal column. Instead, whelks have a hard shell that protects their soft body.


Is a whelk a producer or a consumer?

yes as whelks are not a plant they are therefore consumers :-)


How does a whelk move?

Whelks are found commonly on Mudflat, and sandy beaches estuary where they feed on Cockles as their main food source thus Whelks move by their muscular foot which is similar to the cocokls adaptation which allows them to feed on other organisms and stay away from predators.


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.


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 dog whelks have blood?

yes they do


Does a whelks change its shell?

yes


Is dog whelks a herbivore or a carnivore?

no


Is a dog-whelks a carnivore?

it is a carnivore


Are dog whelks herbivores or carnivores?

there hierborvores