Punctate Pandora

Heteroclidus punctatus

Punctate Pandora

A small clam often found tossed up on exposed sandy beaches after rough weather. In life it burrows into sand and mud bottoms between about 2 and 50 metres, drawing in water to filter out food.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Pandoridae › Heteroclidus

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 518805.

FAQ

How deep does the Punctate Pandora live?
The Punctate Pandora (Heteroclidus punctatus) is typically found at 2–50 m.
How big does the Punctate Pandora get?
The Punctate Pandora grows to about 5 cm.