How deep does the Striate Martesia live?

The Striate Martesia (Martesia striata) is typically found at 0–21 m.

How big does the Striate Martesia get?

The Striate Martesia grows to about 5 cm.

Striate Martesia

Martesia striata

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–21 m
Max size: 5 cm

This small clam bores into submerged timber, rasping a tunnel with the file like ridges on the front of its shell as it grows. Found in the intertidal and shallow water, the striate martesia also tunnels into PVC plastic, fouling pilings and floating debris.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Myida › Pholadidae › Martesia

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 216465.

FAQ

How deep does the Striate Martesia live?: The Striate Martesia (Martesia striata) is typically found at 0–21 m.
How big does the Striate Martesia get?: The Striate Martesia grows to about 5 cm.