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grooved carpet shell

Ruditapes decussatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Bivalvia ›Order: Venerida ›Family: Veneridae ›Genus: Ruditapes

About

The grooved carpet shell or Palourde clam, Ruditapes decussatus, is a clam or bivalve mollusc in the family Veneridae. It is distributed worldwide and due to its ecological and economic interest has been proposed as a bioindicator.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of grooved carpet shell?
The scientific name of grooved carpet shell is Ruditapes decussatus.
What kingdom does grooved carpet shell belong to?
grooved carpet shell belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does grooved carpet shell belong to?
grooved carpet shell belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does grooved carpet shell belong to?
grooved carpet shell belongs to the class Bivalvia.
What order does grooved carpet shell belong to?
grooved carpet shell belongs to the order Venerida.
What family does grooved carpet shell belong to?
grooved carpet shell belongs to the family Veneridae.
What genus does grooved carpet shell belong to?
grooved carpet shell belongs to the genus Ruditapes.