Suborbicular Kellyclam
Kellia suborbicularis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–101 m
- Max size: 1.3 cm
A tiny clam barely a centimetre across, it tucks into crevices, empty shells, old piddock holes, and mussel beds along the shore and down to about 100 metres. From these hiding places it filters food from the surrounding water.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Galeommatida › Lasaeidae › Kellia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 140161.
FAQ
- How deep does the Suborbicular Kellyclam live?
- The Suborbicular Kellyclam (Kellia suborbicularis) is typically found at 0–101 m.
- How big does the Suborbicular Kellyclam get?
- The Suborbicular Kellyclam grows to about 1.3 cm.