Family: |
Veneridae (venus clams) |
Max. size: |
10.1 cm SHL (male/unsexed); max.weight: 258.0 g |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 160 m |
Distribution: |
Eastern Pacific: from Scammon's Lagoon, Mexico to Mancora, Peru. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
This is a sediment burrowing filter feeder that inhabits sandy sediments (Ref. 121247). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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