👉 The term "rhipidoglossal" refers to a type of hydroid, which is a type of mollusc. Hydroids are a type of gastropod that produce their food through secreting slime from their bodies. Rhipidoglosses, or rhipidoglossal hydroids, are known for their unique appearance and ability to produce a variety of edible products from their slime. They have been found in various environments including freshwater, saltwater,