| Family: |
Cardiidae (cockles) |
| Max. size: |
6.5 cm SHH (male/unsexed) |
| Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 60 m |
| Distribution: |
Indo-Pacific: from Mauritius Island and Sri Lanka to eastern Melanesia, north to southern Japan and south to Queensland. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
The shell is commonly used in the shellcraft industry for decorative items (Ref. 348). Maximum depth from Ref. 75831. Found in intertidal areas in sand and mud (Ref. 75831). |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
harmless |
| Country info: |
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