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ShareThe molluscs or mollusks are the large and diverse phylum Mollusca, which includes a variety of familiar creatures well-known for their decorative shells or as seafood.
These range from tiny snails, clams, and abalone to the octopus and squid (which are considered the most intelligent invertebrates).
For more information about the topic Mollusca, read the full article at Wikipedia.org, or see the following related articles:
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