Lustrous Dosinia [Dosinia lustrica]
Description
The Lustrous Dosinia, also known as the 'shiny venus', is a species of bivalve mollusk that inhabits the eastern Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea. It is characterized by its round, lustrous shell, which is typically white or cream-colored. The shell has a smooth surface with fine, concentric growth lines. It prefers sandy or muddy bottoms, where it burrows beneath the surface.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Venus Clams
Venerida
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| Family |
Dosinids
Dosinidae
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| Genus |
Dosinia
Dosinia
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