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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.
What are whelk?
A whelk is a kind of sea snail. It is also a gastropod, a soft-bodied invertebrate that is protected by a spiral shell. It eats clams, worms, barnacles and smaller snails. The female lays her eggs in hard capsules.
What eats barnacles?
Barnacles are preyed upon by several animals, including starfish, crabs, snails, fish, and birds. These predators use various methods like crushing, pecking, or scraping to feed on barnacles. Additionally, sea otters are also known to consume barnacles as part of their diet.
What sea animal uses tongue to drill holes in clam shells?
Whelks; a group of marine snails use their radula to drill a hole through the side of other mollusks, then kill them so that they relax and the shell can then be opened and the contents eaten.
What kind of seed do wren's eat?
Wrens eat primarily insects but the will eat occasionally eat seeds. Some seeds they eat are baybarry and sweetgum.
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.
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
What does a acorn barnacle eat?
The things that eat acorn barnacles are whelks which arte sea snails, mussels and some starfish all eat of feed on barnacles
What are acorn barnacles predators?
The things that eat acorn barnacles are whelks which arte sea snails, mussels and some starfish all eat of feed on barnacles
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.
