Genus Cardium (Noun)
Meaning
Type genus of the family Cardiidae: cockles.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- The genus Cardium is a type of saltwater clam commonly found in shallow waters around the world.
- Cockles belong to the genus Cardium, which is the type genus of the family Cardiidae.
- The genus Cardium is characterized by its distinctive heart-shaped shell with prominent ribs.
- Fossil records show that the genus Cardium has remained largely unchanged for millions of years.
- Species within the genus Cardium are often used as a food source in many coastal communities.