Pacific Moon Shell [Lunulicardia pacifica]
Description
The Lunulicardia pacifica, or Pacific Moon Shell, is a species of bivalve mollusc in the Cardiidae family. It is found along the Pacific Ocean coasts, where it inhabits sandy or muddy bottoms in shallow waters. Its shell is rounded with a characteristic lunule on the anterior side, similar to other species in its genus.
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 |
Lunulicardia
Lunulicardia
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