Thick Ark Clam [Barbatia crassa]
Description
The Thick Ark Clam is a bivalve species that inhabits the waters of the Indo-Pacific region. It has a thick, robust shell with 25-30 coarse radial ribs. The shell color varies from light gray to brown, with the interior being glossy white. It is usually found in sandy or muddy bottoms of shallow subtidal zones.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Ark Clams
Arcida
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| Family |
Ark Clams
Arcidae
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| Genus |
Barbatia
Barbatia
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