Family: |
Glycymerididae (bittersweet clams) |
Max. size: |
7 cm SHL (male/unsexed); max. reported age: 20 years |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 2 - 40 m |
Distribution: |
Northeast Atlantic and the Mediterranean. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found in infralittoral areas and muddy sand (Ref. 104489). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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