Family: |
Akeridae () |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 10 m |
Distribution: |
Indo-Pacific. Tropical and temperate climates. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found in estuaries or tidal swimming pools where it burrows through sandy substrate (Ref. 866). Herbivore/ deposit feeder (Ref. 116259). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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