Dog whelks exposed on a rock at low tide. Dog whelks (Nucella lapillus) are predatory sea snails (gastropods) that feed on a variety of mussels,tubeworms,barnacles,and other dog whelks. They use a modified radula (tooth) and an organ on the foot which secretes a shell-softening chemical,to bore holes in the shells of prey. They then secrete paralysing chemicals and digestive enzymes inside the shell to break down the body into a ‘soup’ which can be sucked out | |
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Credit: | Science Photo Library / Stammers, Sinclair |
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