Arched Tellin [Arcopagia fausta]
Description
This species is commonly found in the Eastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. It inhabits shallow sandy and muddy substrates. It is characterized by its distinctive oval shape and convex profile. Size can range from 15 to 30 mm. Its shell is characterized by its smooth surface and white color, often with pink or yellow hues.
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 |
Tellins
Tellinidae
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| Genus |
Arched Tellins
Arcopagia
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