Asperarca [Asperarca]

Description

The genus Asperarca includes a group of ark clams that are distinguished by their rough, often sharply ridged shells. These bivalves are found in a variety of marine habitats, from shallow coastal areas to deeper offshore waters, typically embedding themselves in sandy or muddy bottoms. Asperarca species are notable for their resilience and adaptability to different sediment types and depths, playing a significant role in their ecosystems as part of the benthic community.

Species

Mud Arca [Asperarca nodulosa]

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Stout Arca [Asperarca crassiplicata]