How deep does the Trigonal Tivela live?

The Trigonal Tivela (Tivela mactroides) is typically found at 0–2 m.

How big does the Trigonal Tivela get?

The Trigonal Tivela grows to about 3.4 cm.

Trigonal Tivela

Tivela mactroides

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–2 m
Max size: 3.4 cm

The trigonal tivela is a small clam that buries itself in sand from the intertidal into very shallow water. It thrives near river mouths where organic matter settles, straining food from the water as a suspension feeder, and grows to around three centimetres.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Venerida › Veneridae › Tivela

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 420964.

FAQ

How deep does the Trigonal Tivela live?: The Trigonal Tivela (Tivela mactroides) is typically found at 0–2 m.
How big does the Trigonal Tivela get?: The Trigonal Tivela grows to about 3.4 cm.