Pododesmus [Pododesmus]

Description

Pododesmus is a genus within the Anomiidae family, notable for its species' adaptation to a wide range of marine habitats. These bivalves possess relatively thick shells compared to their relatives, with a pronounced convex upper valve and a flatter lower valve that sometimes features a small byssal notch for attachment. Pododesmus species are versatile inhabitants of marine ecosystems, found from intertidal zones to deeper waters, where they attach themselves to rocks, shells, and other hard substrates. They are important components of the marine environment, contributing to the structure of benthic communities and serving as a food source for various predators.

Species

False jingle [Pododesmus rudis]

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Ceiling jingle [Pododesmus cepio]