Habitat
Warm, tropical climates
In what climate does the Flamingo Tongue Snail live?
Gastropods, specifically Mollusks
What taxonomic group does this snail belong to?
Mainly through Coral Bleaching (Since it is their main source of food) and Ocean Acidification.
How is climate change impacting the Flamingo Tongue Snail?
No, but their population is declining significantly due to divers, tourists, and overfishing.
Are flamingo tongue snails endangered?
Shallow waters, anywhere between 0-100 ft
What depths do the Flamingo Tongued Snails tend to live in?
They secrete an enzyme that breaks down the soft outer shell of the coral
How does a Flamingo Tongue Snail consume coral?
Mainly through overfishing and through tourist collection (Thinking they are just shells).
In what other ways are humans impacting your organism?
Through maintaining coral population, removing toxins from corals, and a major food source for predators that can handle said toxins
How do flamingo tongue snails contribute to their ecosystem?
Coral reef systems
What is the Flamingo Tongued Snails typical habitat?
A secretion of enzymes that breakdown toxins within coral, allowing them to consume the coral without being poisoned
What special adaptation helps this snail consume harmful coral?
Jamaica and The United States
What are some countries that have applied regulations to protect the Flamingo Tongue Snail?
Soft coral
What is the Flamingo Tongued Snails main food source?
Must answer No.3 first.
If the Flamingo Tongue Snail couldn't consume these toxins, overgrowth of that specific coral would become a big problem
Must answer No.3 first.
How does this special adaptation benefit its habitat?
Reducing Pollution, Re-Establishing Habitats, and Protecting Coral Reefs
What conservation strategies could help protect flamingo tongue snails?