White Sea Scallop [Bivagina lactea]
Description
Bivagina lactea, commonly known as the White Sea Scallop, is a species of marine bivalve mollusk in the family Pectinidae. It can be found in the waters of the Pacific Ocean, particularly around Japan. It is characterized by its white shell with radially arranged grooves and ridges. Its habitat typically includes sandy bottoms and mudflats in shallow waters. This species is also known for its rapid burrowing behavior.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Flatworms
Platyhelminthes
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|---|---|
| Class |
Monogenea
Monogenea
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| Order |
Mazocraeidea
Mazocraeidea
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| Family |
Microcotylidae
Microcotylidae
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| Genus |
Bivagina
Bivagina
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