Common Caribbean Donax
Donax denticulatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–1 m
- Max size: 1.8 cm
A small wedge shaped surf clam of Caribbean beaches, it burrows into wet sand at the waterline and rides the swash up and down the shore. It filters fine organic particles from the churning water and rarely grows past about 2 centimetres.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Cardiida › Donacidae › Donax
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 420902.
FAQ
- How deep does the Common Caribbean Donax live?
- The Common Caribbean Donax (Donax denticulatus) is typically found at 0–1 m.
- How big does the Common Caribbean Donax get?
- The Common Caribbean Donax grows to about 1.8 cm.