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Name:
Common name:
oxheart clam, heart cockle
Synonym:
Cardium humanum, (Linnaeus, 1758)
Family / Genus / Species / Binom / Author:
Glossidae → Glossus → humanus → Glossus humanus → Linnaeus, 1758
Protection status:
Quality:
Location:
Adria, Silvi Marina, Teramo province / Italy
Size of the specimen:
Length: 8,7 cm
Width: 7,8 cm
Height: 7,6 cm
Weight:
This interesting bivalve is the only extant species of the genus Glossus. The vortices that are rolled forward and the spherical shape give the mussel its unique, heart-like appearance. The species lives in deeper water from 50 meters on muddy and sandy bottom. Although it is in great demand as a foodstuff, it can only be fished with trawl nets and is therefore rarely available.
Please note:
The storage and shipping of this object in plastic foil may lead to the development of a typical odor. Please keep the product unpackaged in a dry and well-ventilated place for a few days and the odor will be reduced during this period.
