Lithophaga lithophaga
Substrate and environment
- Exclusively a marine species
- The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
- The species is generally attached to its substrate
- The species can be found between 0 and 30 Meters.
- Uncommon Species
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally solitary
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 10 cm
- Maximum age known : 55 year(s)
- The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.
Relationship with humans
- The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
- The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing
- The species is classified asVulnerable
Date shell
Steindattel
Steenmossel
Date de mer
Dátil de mar
Dattolo di pietra