How big is the Lagoon cockle?

Lagoon cockle (Cerastoderma glaucum) reaches 2–4 cm in length.

At what depth can you find the Lagoon cockle?

Lagoon cockle is found between 0–10 m deep.

What is the conservation status of the Lagoon cockle?

IUCN status: Least concern (LC).

Where can you find the Lagoon cockle?

Found in: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean.

Lagoon cockle (Cerastoderma glaucum)

Key facts

Scientific name: Cerastoderma glaucum
Common name: Lagoon cockle
Category: Molluscs
Family: Cardiidae
Genus: Cerastoderma
Size: 2–4 cm
Depth: 0–10 m
IUCN status: Least concern (LC)
Danger level: Harmless
Habitats: sand, estuarine
Behaviours: burrower, filter-feeder
Ocean zones: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean

Description

Cerastoderma glaucum is a bivalve of 2 to 4 cm, domed shell with regular radial ribs, beige to grey. Lives buried in the sand and mud of lagoons, coastal ponds and estuaries. Highly tolerant of salinity and temperature fluctuations, typical of brackish Mediterranean and Atlantic habitats. Often dense. Edible, used in some local recipes.

Photo of Lagoon cockle

Frequently asked questions

How big is the Lagoon cockle?: Lagoon cockle (Cerastoderma glaucum) reaches 2–4 cm in length.
At what depth can you find the Lagoon cockle?: Lagoon cockle is found between 0–10 m deep.
Is the Lagoon cockle dangerous to divers?: Danger level: Harmless.
What is the conservation status of the Lagoon cockle?: IUCN status: Least concern (LC).
Where can you find the Lagoon cockle?: Found in: East Atlantic, Macaronesia, Mediterranean.

Other species in the family Cardiidae

Sources

Taxonomy: WoRMS (AphiaID 138999)
Photos: iNaturalist (CC BY-NC)
Distribution: GBIF (taxonKey 2286585)
Conservation: IUCN Red List
Encyclopedia: Wikipedia