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File shell vs Fragile file shell

Both belong to the genus Limaria, so they are close relatives.

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File shell

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Fragile file shell

What is the difference between a file shell and a fragile file shell?

Each point below is worked out from a pair of recorded values.

  • Both belong to the genus Limaria, so they are close relatives.

Side by side

File shellFragile file shell
Scientific nameLimaria tuberculataLimaria fragilis
FamilyLimidaeLimidae
OrderLimidaLimida
WeightNot recordedNot recorded
LengthNot recordedNot recorded
LifespanNot recordedNot recorded
Main foodNot recordedNot recorded
HabitatNot recordedNot recorded
Conservation statusNot recordedNot recorded
Countries recordedNot recordedNot recorded

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