Molluscs
Definition of Molluscs Hierarchical Category as it relates to Animals, Amphibians, Placozoans, Insects
Unidentified Placozoans
Molluscs refer to a diverse group of invertebrate animals belonging to the phylum Mollusca, encompassing organisms such as snails, clams, octopuses, and squids. These animals are characterized by their soft bodies, which are usually enclosed in a calcium carbonate shell for protection. Molluscs inhabit a wide range of environments, from terrestrial to freshwater and marine ecosystems. In addition to Molluscs, the category also relates to other forms of life such as insects, placozoans, amphibians and animals in general, depicting a broad spectrum of multicellular organisms with diverse characteristics and life habits.