Fragile Cockle [Fragum]

Description

The Fragile Cockle genus, Fragum, is characterized by its small, delicate, and often brightly colored shells. These bivalves are found in warmer seas, where they live in shallow waters, often among seagrasses. Despite their fragile appearance, they are adept burrowers and contribute to the biodiversity and health of their marine environments.

Species

Atlantic cockle [Fragile Cockle atlantica]

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Pacific cockle [Fragile Cockle pacifica]

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Mediterranean cockle [Fragile Cockle mediterranea]

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Taxonomy