Vasticardium orbita (Broderip & Sowerby I, 1833) Orbit cockle |
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FAO |
Family: | Cardiidae (cockles) | |||
Max. size: | 9.3 cm SHH (male/unsexed) | |||
Environment: | benthic; marine | |||
Distribution: | Pacific Ocean: from the Philippines to Hawaii and eastern Polynesia. | |||
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Biology: | Occurs at the low tide mark (Ref. 348). Also at shallow lagoons, among rubble, sand, and fringing reef. | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
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