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Term: Family Ancylidae

Description: The family Ancylidae is a taxonomic family of small freshwater snails that are commonly found in rivers, streams, and ponds worldwide. These snails are usually characterized by their conical or oval-shaped shells and are known to be herbivorous, feeding on algae and detritus. The family Ancylidae belongs to the class Gastropoda and the phylum Mollusca.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: A taxonomic family of freshwater snails characterized by conical or oval-shaped shells and herbivorous diet.

Example Sentence: The family Ancylidae includes various species of small snails commonly found in rivers and streams.

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Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: The biological family consisting of various species of freshwater snails.

Example Sentence: Scientists have identified several new species within the family Ancylidae.

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Definition: Referring to or related to the family Ancylidae.

Example Sentence: The discovery of an ancylidae snail fossil provided valuable insights into the ancient aquatic ecosystem.

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