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Littorina

Noun

Littorina refers to a genus of small, marine snails that are commonly found in intertidal areas along rocky shores.

Example sentence: The littorina are known for their ability to cling to rocks and withstand the crashing waves.

Adjective

Littorina, as an adjective, describes something or someone that is related to the shores or littoral zones.

Example sentence: The littorina ecosystem plays a crucial role in supporting a diverse array of marine life.

Plural Noun

Littorina, as a plural noun, can refer to a group or collection of the Littorina genus of snails.

Example sentence: The tidal pools were teeming with colorful littorina.

Local term

In certain regions, "littorina" may also be used as a local term referring to a specific type of seashell commonly found on the shores.

Example sentence: The children collected shells, including the beautiful littorina they found near the beach.