Publication Date
6-9-1967
Series Number
108
Abstract
Eight localities, representing four generalized environments, were sampled to determine the environmental relations of the small, byssally attached arcid bivalve Barbalia (Acar) domingensis on the Bermuda Platform. The species was most abundant in turbulent environments and least abundant in the protected bays and sounds. It usually attaches to the underside of corals; occasionally it is found attached to rocks. The principal limiting factor on the distribution of the species appears to be the availability of suitable coral substrata for attachment.
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