White Saddle Oyster [Crenella decussata]
Description
The White Saddle Oyster is a species of marine bivalve molluscs in the family Mytilidae. They are typically found adhering to hard substrates in deep, cold waters, often in the North Atlantic. The shell is small, white, and features a pattern reminiscent of a saddle, giving the species its common name. It is characterized by its slow growth rate and longevity.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Clams
Veneroida
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| Family |
Sun Clams
Amphidesmatidae
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| Genus |
Crenella
Crenella
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