Lirophora paphia, also known as the king venus, is a species of bivalve belonging to the family Veneridae. The species is found in the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of King Venus being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Mollusca
- Class
- Bivalvia
- Order
- Venerida
- Family
- Veneridae
- Genus
- Lirophora
- Species
- Lirophora paphia
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