Green Falsejingle
Pododesmus macrochisma
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–30 m
- Max size: 9 cm
The green falsejingle cements itself flat against rock, pilings and dock timbers in the low intertidal and down to about 30 metres, and even settles on the shells of red abalone. Its thin, translucent shell takes the shape of whatever it grows against.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Pectinida › Anomiidae › Pododesmus
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 758426.
FAQ
- How deep does the Green Falsejingle live?
- The Green Falsejingle (Pododesmus macrochisma) is typically found at 0–30 m.
- How big does the Green Falsejingle get?
- The Green Falsejingle grows to about 9 cm.