Acar [Acar]

Description

Acar is a genus of ark clams with species known for their relatively small, thick shells, often displaying a combination of ridges and smooth areas. These clams inhabit sandy and muddy substrates in shallow to moderately deep waters, primarily in warmer seas. Acar species are adapted to burrowing and have a lifestyle centered around filter feeding, contributing to the health of their marine environments by cleaning water and cycling nutrients.

Species

Acar's Brownback Shrimp [Acar penaeoides]

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Acar's Spotted Shrimp [Acar maculatus]

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Acar's Deepwater Shrimp [Acar profundus]

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Taxonomy