Reflexed Jewel Box
Chama pacifica
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 8 cm
- For divers: safe
This jewel box clam cements one valve directly onto coral, rock, or pebbles in lagoon reefs from the shore to about 30 metres. Its thick, frilly shell grows to around 8 centimetres, and once fixed in place it filters food from the water for the rest of its life.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Venerida › Chamidae › Chama
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 139120.
FAQ
- How deep does the Reflexed Jewel Box live?
- The Reflexed Jewel Box (Chama pacifica) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- Is the Reflexed Jewel Box dangerous to divers?
- The Reflexed Jewel Box is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Reflexed Jewel Box get?
- The Reflexed Jewel Box grows to about 8 cm.