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Golden Freshwater Clam

Corbicula fluminea

Not Evaluated

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Africa and Asia and Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Africa (Morocco), Asia (Israel, Japan, Taiwan), Europe (24 countries), North America (5 countries), and South America (6 countries).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (животные)
Phylum
Mollusca (моллюски)
Class
Bivalvia (двустворчатые)
Order
Venerida (Venerida)
Family
Cyrenidae
Genus
Corbicula
Species
Corbicula fluminea (Golden Freshwater Clam)

Names in Other Languages

French clam asiatique
German Asiatische Körbchenmuschel

Similar Species in Corbicula

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Asian Clam
Corbicula fluminalis
Not Evaluated
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Golden Freshwater Clam?
The scientific name of Golden Freshwater Clam is Corbicula fluminea. It belongs to the genus Corbicula.
Where does Golden Freshwater Clam live?
Golden Freshwater Clam is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Morocco), Asia (Israel, Japan, Taiwan), Europe (24 countries), North America (5 countries), and South America (6 countries).. Countries include Argentina, Austria, Belgium, Bolivia, Brazil, Bulgaria, Canada, Colombia, Croatia, Cuba.
What family does Golden Freshwater Clam belong to?
Golden Freshwater Clam (Corbicula fluminea) belongs to the genus Corbicula, which is part of the taxonomic family Cyrenidae.
What kingdom does Golden Freshwater Clam belong to?
Golden Freshwater Clam (Corbicula fluminea) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (животные).
What are the closest relatives of Golden Freshwater Clam?
The closest relatives of Golden Freshwater Clam in the genus Corbicula include Asian Clam.

Native Range — 39 Countries

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Genus Corbicula — 2 Species

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Asian Clam
Corbicula fluminalis
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Golden Freshwater Clam
Corbicula fluminea
NE
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