palourde rose

About

The Banded carpet shell (Polititapes rhomboides) is a species in the genus Polititapes. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region. Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, and Norway.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, and Norway.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Mollusca (mollusques)

Class

Bivalvia (Bivalvia)

Order

Venerida (Venerida)

Family

Veneridae

Genus

Polititapes

Species

Polititapes rhomboides (palourde rose)

Names in Other Languages

French palourde rose

German Einfache Teppichmuschel

Similar Species in Polititapes

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palourde jaune

Polititapes aureus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of palourde rose?

The scientific name of palourde rose is Polititapes rhomboides. It belongs to the genus Polititapes.

Where does palourde rose live?

palourde rose is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, and Norway.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway.

What family does palourde rose belong to?

palourde rose (Polititapes rhomboides) belongs to the genus Polititapes, which is part of the taxonomic family Veneridae.

What kingdom does palourde rose belong to?

palourde rose (Polititapes rhomboides) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of palourde rose?

The closest relatives of palourde rose in the genus Polititapes include palourde jaune.