BIOTIC Species Information for Chamelea spp.
Researched bySean Lindsley-Leake Data supplied byMarLIN
Refereed byThis information is not refereed
General Biology
Growth form Feeding method
Mobility/MovementCrawler
Environmental position
Typical food typesPhytoplankton, detritus HabitFree living
Bioturbator FlexibilityNone (< 10 degrees)
FragilityRobust SizeSmall-medium(3-10cm)
Height Growth Rate
Adult dispersal potential DependencyIndependent
SociabilityInsufficient information
Toxic/Poisonous?No
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