Domiporta gloriola, the glorious mitre, is a species of sea snail, a marine gastropod mollusc in the family Mitridae, the miters or miter snails.[1]
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Scientific classification 
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| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Animalia |
| Phylum: | Mollusca |
| Class: | Gastropoda |
| Subclass: | Caenogastropoda |
| Order: | Neogastropoda |
| Family: | Mitridae |
| Genus: | Domiporta |
| Species: | D. gloriola
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| Domiporta gloriola (Cernohorsky, 1970)
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Description
editThe shell size varies between 40 mm and 67 mm. Domiporta gloriola is a species of sea snail belonging to the family Pseudomelatomidae, commonly known as turrids. This marine gastropod mollusk is notable for its unique shell morphology and ecological role within its habitat. Domiporta gloriola is characterized by its elongated, conical shell, which can reach lengths of up to 30 mm.[2] The shell features numerous whorls, and its surface is typically adorned with fine axial ribs and spiral striations, giving it a textured appearance. The coloration of the shell can vary, but it often exhibits shades of brown, cream, or yellow, sometimes with darker spiral bands or spots. The aperture of the shell is narrow, and the siphonal canal is elongated, a common trait among species within the Pseudomelatomidae family.
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Taxonomy and Classification
edit- Kingdom: Animalia
- Phylum: Mollusca
- Class: Gastropoda
- Subclass: Caenogastropoda
- Order: Neogastropoda
- Superfamily: Conoidea
- Family: Pseudomelatomidae
- Genus: Domiporta
- Species: Domiporta gloriola[3]
Distribution
editThis species occurs in the Pacific Ocean off Indonesia, Papua New Guinea and the Ryukyus, Japan.[4] This species is primarily found in warm, shallow marine waters of the Indo-Pacific region, particularly around coral reefs and rocky substrates. Domiporta gloriola typically inhabits depths of 20 to 200 meters, where it can find ample food resources. The distribution of this species extends to areas such as the Philippines, Australia, and the surrounding Pacific islands.[5]
Ecology and Behavior
editDomiporta gloriola is a carnivorous snail, preying on small invertebrates, including polychaetes and other mollusks.[6] Its feeding mechanism involves the use of a specialized radula, which allows it to scrape or drill into the shells of its prey. The species is adapted to a benthic lifestyle, often camouflaging itself among rocks and corals to ambush prey. The ecological role of D. gloriola is significant, as it helps regulate populations of its prey and contributes to the biodiversity of its marine ecosystem.
Reproduction
editReproductive habits in Domiporta gloriola follow a general pattern seen in many marine gastropods. The species is believed to engage in external fertilization, with females releasing eggs into the water column. The fertilized eggs develop into free-swimming larvae, known as trochophore larvae, which drift in the plankton for a period before settling on the ocean floor. Once settled, they undergo metamorphosis into juvenile snails, where they begin their benthic lifestyle.
Conservation Status
editCurrently, Domiporta gloriola does not have a specific conservation status listed by major conservation organizations like the IUCN. However, like many marine species,[7] it may be affected by habitat loss due to coral reef degradation, pollution, and climate change. The health of coral reef ecosystems is crucial for the survival of this species, as it relies on these habitats for food and shelter. Sustainable practices and conservation efforts aimed at protecting marine environments are vital for ensuring the continued existence of D. gloriola.[7]
References
edit- ^ a b Bouchet, P. (2014). Domiporta gloriola (Cernohorsky, 1970). Accessed through: World Register of Marine Species at http://www.marinespecies.org/aphia.php?p=taxdetails&id=719036 on 5 December 2014
- ^ Vandepitte, Leen; Dekeyzer, Stefanie; Decock, Wim; Delgat, Lynn; Boydens, Ben; Tyberghein, Lennert; Vanhoorne, Bart; Hernandez, Francisco; Mees, Jan; Horton, Tammy; Kroh, Andreas; Boyko, Christopher B.; Ahyong, Shane T. (4 September 2024). "The World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS) through the looking glass: insights from the data management team in light of the crystal anniversary of WoRMS". Hydrobiologia. doi:10.1007/s10750-024-05688-y. ISSN 0018-8158.
- ^ "Domiporta gloriola (Cernohorsky, 1970)". www.gbif.org. Retrieved 24 October 2024.
- ^ Duda, Thomas Franklin; Lee, Taehwan (28 February 2009). "Isolation and population divergence of a widespread Indo-West Pacific marine gastropod at Easter Island". Marine Biology. 156 (6): 1193–1202. doi:10.1007/s00227-009-1161-x. ISSN 0025-3162.
- ^ Hoffman, Antoni (July 1988). "Vermeij, G.J. 1987. Evolution and Escalation. An Ecological History of Life. Princeton University Press, Princeton, N. J. 527 pp. $ 47.50". Journal of Evolutionary Biology. 1 (4): 369–370. doi:10.1046/j.1420-9101.1988.1040369.x. ISSN 1010-061X.
- ^ "R. Tucker Abbott & S. P. Dance Compendium of Seashells: a Color Guide to More than 4,200 of the World's Marine Shells. x, 410 pp. New York: E. P. Dutton, 1982. Price $50.00". Journal of the Marine Biological Association of the United Kingdom. 63 (4): 943. November 1983. doi:10.1017/s0025315400071356. ISSN 0025-3154.
- ^ a b Smith, Craig; Snelgrove, Paul (29 August 2002), "A Riot of Species in An Environmental Calm", Oceanography and Marine Biology - An Annual Review, CRC Press, pp. 311–342, doi:10.1201/9780203180594.ch6 (inactive 11 November 2024), ISBN 978-0-415-25462-5, retrieved 24 October 2024
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- Cernohorsky W. O. (1991). The Mitridae of the world (Part 2). Monographs of Marine Mollusca 4. page(s): 97
External links
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- "Domiporta gloriola". Gastropods.com. Retrieved 12 December 2010.