Concentric Ervilia
Ervilia nitens
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–50 m
- Max size: 1 cm
A tiny clam barely a centimetre across, the concentric ervilia lives buried in sand and sediment down to about fifty metres. Its smooth shell carries the fine concentric ridges that give it its name.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Cardiida › Semelidae › Ervilia
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 420912.
FAQ
- How deep does the Concentric Ervilia live?
- The Concentric Ervilia (Ervilia nitens) is typically found at 0–50 m.
- How big does the Concentric Ervilia get?
- The Concentric Ervilia grows to about 1 cm.