Gafrarium
NameGafrarium
Scientific NameGafrarium
Common NameVenus clams
FamilyVeneridae
GenusGafrarium
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including the tropical and subtropical waters of the Indian Ocean and Western Pacific.
Habitatintertidal
Shell Shapebivalve
Average Size (mm)Typically ranges from 20 mm to 60 mm in length, depending on the specific species.
Identifying FeaturesRobust, equivalve shells with prominent concentric growth lines and often radial ribs or nodules, particularly on the posterior slope. The hinge plate is strong with three cardinal teeth in each valve. The pallial sinus is typically shallow.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Description
Gafrarium is a genus of marine bivalve molluscs, commonly known as Venus clams, belonging to the family Veneridae. These clams are characterized by their robust, often sculptured shells and are typically found burrowing in sandy or muddy substrates in tropical and subtropical waters.
