Ponderous Ark [Phacoides pectinatus]
Description
The Ponderous Ark is a species of bivalve mollusc in the family Arcidae. This species is found in the western central Atlantic Ocean, specifically in the Gulf of Mexico and along the Atlantic coast of Florida. They are typically found in shallow waters, residing in sandy or muddy substrates. The Ponderous Ark has a thick, robust shell with a distinctive radial ribbing pattern, which gives it a scalloped appearance.
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 |
Lucine Clams
Lucinidae
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| Genus |
Phacoides
Phacoides
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