Mossy ark
A species of Ark Scientific name : Arca imbricata Genus : Ark
Mossy ark, A species of Ark
Botanical name: Arca imbricata
Genus: Ark
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Description
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Description
Arca imbricata grows to about 2 ins (5 cm) in length. The valves have a roughly rectangular shape with a rounded anterior end and a slightly pointed posterior end. They are usually purplish-white in colour, but live specimens are covered in a thin brown protective periostracum. There are some distinct ribs on the posterior end and the margin is smooth. The hinge is long and straight with a number of fine teeth.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Molluscs Class
Bivalve shell Order
Ark shells and allies Family
Ark clam Genus
Ark Species
Mossy ark 
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