Antique Ark
Anadara antiquata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–25 m
- Max size: 10.5 cm
- For divers: safe
This ribbed ark clam buries itself in sand and mud from the shoreline down to about 25 metres. It reaches around 11 centimetres and draws food by filtering water through its gills, a common catch on tropical Indo Pacific flats.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Arcida › Arcidae › Anadara
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 207754.
FAQ
- How deep does the Antique Ark live?
- The Antique Ark (Anadara antiquata) is typically found at 0–25 m.
- Is the Antique Ark dangerous to divers?
- The Antique Ark is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Antique Ark get?
- The Antique Ark grows to about 10.5 cm.