Saddle Oysters [Anomiidae]

Description

Anomiidae, known as saddle oysters, are a family of marine bivalves that have a distinctive shell shape, which is irregular and often resembles a saddle, hence their common name. They are characterized by the ability to cement themselves to rocks, coral, or other substrates using a byssus through a hole in their lower shell. Saddle oysters are found in various marine environments from tropical to temperate regions.

Genera

Saddle Oysters [Anomia]

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Enigmonia [Enigmonia]

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Placunanomia [Placunanomia]

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Pododesmus [Pododesmus]

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Taxonomy