Marine bivalves refer to a type of shellfish that live in the ocean. They have a hinged, two-part shell, and examples include clams, mussels, and oysters. Full definition
Based on his group's observations, Moss argues that the increase in body size of marine bivalves throughout the Phanerozoic, the current geologic eon stretching back more than 540 million years, should be accompanied by a shift to faster growth and a shorter lifespan. (sciencedaily.com)
DNA contamination from several species of bivalve was also detected, which indicates that, like other species of Xenoturbella, X. japonica likely feeds on marine bivalves. (sciencedaily.com)
UChicago scientists examined how species (including these colorful marine bivalves) are lost in mass extinctions compared to environmental changes between the tropics and the poles. (sciencedaily.com)