How deep does the Truncate Donax live?

The Truncate Donax (Donax trunculus) is typically found at 0–25 m.

How big does the Truncate Donax get?

The Truncate Donax grows to about 4.4 cm.

Truncate Donax

Donax trunculus

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–25 m
Max size: 4.4 cm

A small wedge shaped clam of surf swept sandy beaches, the truncate donax burrows in the wash zone where waves break, mostly within the top couple of metres. It filters food from the water and is gathered for the table around the Mediterranean and nearby coasts.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Cardiida › Donacidae › Donax

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 139602.

FAQ

How deep does the Truncate Donax live?: The Truncate Donax (Donax trunculus) is typically found at 0–25 m.
How big does the Truncate Donax get?: The Truncate Donax grows to about 4.4 cm.