Moerella [Moerella]
Description
Moerella is distinguished by its small, rounded, and often finely ribbed shells. These bivalves are typically found in soft, muddy substrates in estuarine and shallow coastal environments. They are important benthic organisms, contributing to the nutrient cycling and sediment stability of their habitats.
Species
Roughneck Clam [Moerella iridescens]
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Deepwater Basket Clam [Moerella donacina]
View DetailsTaxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
|
| Order |
Clams
Veneroida
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| Family |
Tellins
Tellinidae
|
Statistics
- Species 2