Family: |
Psammobiidae (sunset clams, sanguins) |
Max. size: |
7 cm SHL (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; freshwater; brackish; marine; pH range: 15; depth range 0 - 30 m |
Distribution: |
Indo-West Pacific: from East Africa, to the Philippines; north to Japan and south to northern Queensland. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Occurs in extensive beds at intertidal and shallow subtidal levels, often in bays and near mangroves. Shell form varies considerably with growth (Ref. 348). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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