Interrupted Lucine

Codakia interrupta

Interrupted Lucine

A burrowing lucine clam, it lies buried in sandy bottoms, often within coral reef areas. Like its relatives it hosts sulphur feeding bacteria in its gills, drawing nourishment from chemistry as well as filtered water.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Lucinida › Lucinidae › Codakia

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 215840.

FAQ

How deep does the Interrupted Lucine live?
The Interrupted Lucine (Codakia interrupta) is typically found at 0–15 m.
Is the Interrupted Lucine dangerous to divers?
The Interrupted Lucine is harmless to divers.
How big does the Interrupted Lucine get?
The Interrupted Lucine grows to about 5.5 cm.