Forked Venus
Gafrarium divaricatum
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 4.5 cm
- For divers: safe
The forked venus is a small clam that buries itself just under the surface of intertidal and shallow sandy bottoms. A suspension feeder, it draws in seawater to strain out drifting food and grows to around five centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Venerida › Veneridae › Gafrarium
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 362562.
FAQ
- How deep does the Forked Venus live?
- The Forked Venus (Gafrarium divaricatum) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Forked Venus dangerous to divers?
- The Forked Venus is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Forked Venus get?
- The Forked Venus grows to about 4.5 cm.