Chilean Semele

Semele solida

Chilean Semele

An infaunal clam of Chilean shores, it buries in sand, clay and gravel in tide pools and shallow bottoms down to about 11 metres. It draws water through paired siphons to filter food while staying hidden beneath the sediment.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Cardiida › Semelidae › Semele

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 507298.

FAQ

How deep does the Chilean Semele live?
The Chilean Semele (Semele solida) is typically found at 0–11 m.