Punctate lucine [Codakia punctata]
Description
The Punctate lucine is another species in the Lucinidae family. It is found in the Western Atlantic, from North Carolina to the Gulf of Mexico and Brazil. Its shell is generally oval and has a color that ranges from white to brown, often with darker spots or streaks. This species inhabits sandy or muddy bottoms and has a symbiotic relationship with bacteria, which aids in nutrient extraction from the sediment.
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 |
Codakia
Codakia
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