palaroude

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The chequered carpet shell (Ruditapes decussatus) is a species in the genus Ruditapes. Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Belgium, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (animal)

Phylum

Mollusca (mollusques)

Class

Bivalvia (Bivalvia)

Order

Venerida (Venerida)

Family

Veneridae

Genus

Ruditapes

Species

Ruditapes decussatus (palaroude)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish almeja fina

French palaroude

German Gekreuzte Teppichmuschel

Portuguese ameijoa

Similar Species in Ruditapes

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palourde croisée japonaise

Ruditapes philippinarum

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of palaroude?

The scientific name of palaroude is Ruditapes decussatus. It belongs to the genus Ruditapes.

Where does palaroude live?

palaroude is found in Distributed across Belgium, Norway, Portugal, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does palaroude belong to?

palaroude (Ruditapes decussatus) belongs to the genus Ruditapes, which is part of the taxonomic family Veneridae.

What kingdom does palaroude belong to?

palaroude (Ruditapes decussatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).

What are the closest relatives of palaroude?

The closest relatives of palaroude in the genus Ruditapes include palourde croisée japonaise.