captacula

(noun)

the foot of a Scaphalopod, modified into tentacles for capturing prey

Related Terms

  • ctenidium
  • nephridium

Examples of captacula in the following topics:

  • Classification of Phylum Mollusca

    • These animals do not possess eyes, but they have a radula, as well as a foot modified into tentacles with a bulbous end, known as captaculae.
    • Captaculae serve to catch and manipulate prey.
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