Crenella decussata
Distribution and status
The map provided here shows the distribution of the species based on Conchological Society data.
Ecology and behaviour
Occurs in gravelly sand. It has only one siphon for expelling waste - water is taken in through the front of the shell. This species suspends itself by a single byssus thread.
Key identification features
- Ribs are continuous over the shell surface
- Decussate effect on shell surface caused by more than 50 radiating ribs and about 40 concentric lines
Taxon version key
[NBNSYS0000174746]
Sort order
9350
Taxonomic group
Marine bivalve
Brittle, plump, shell up to 3mm in length. It is cream in colour with yellow brown periostracum. The inside is dull white. The surface of the shell appears decussate due to radiating ribs crossed by concentric lines.