Blood Clams [Noetiidae]

Description

The Noetiidae family, known as Blood Clams, encompasses a group of bivalve mollusks that are recognized for their reddish coloration, which is due to the presence of hemoglobin in their blood. These clams inhabit sandy and muddy bottoms in shallow marine waters. Blood Clams have a robust and rounded shell with a relatively smooth surface, and they are known for their ability to burrow into the substrate. They are filter feeders and contribute to the health of marine ecosystems by filtering out pollutants and providing a food source for predators.

Genera

Blood Clam [Scapharca]

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Ark Clam [Noetia]

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Taxonomy