Chamelea [Chamelea]

Chamelea
Description

Chamelea is a genus of small to medium-sized marine bivalves. The clams of this genus are known for their colorful and patterned shells, making them popular among shell collectors. They inhabit sandy bottoms and are widely distributed in shallow coastal waters.

Species
Northwest African venus
Northwest African venus [Chamelea mauritiana]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Mollusks
Mollusca
Class Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
Order Clams
Veneroida
Family Venus Clams
Veneridae
Statistics
  • Species 1