Species catalogue

Ark clam

Order Arcoida
Family Arcidae

Marine bivalve mollusc. Shell very thick, heavy, box-like. Hinge with a large number of teeth perpendicular to main shell axis, usually of equal size. Sculpture of 34 to 37 radial ribs. Usually with thick, dark periostracum. White inner face, with a pink tone below the hinge.

Characteristics
FAO code
NQT
Specie
Anadara tuberculosa
Type
Molluscs
FAO Fishing Areas
  • Area 67: the Northeastern part of the Pacific Ocean
  • Area 77: the Eastern Central part of the Pacific Ocean
International denominations
Germany Archenmuschel
China 黑粗饰蚶
Portugal Amêijoa arca
United Kingdom Ark clam
Fishing areas
Fishing arts
Aquaculture
Dregdes

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