>I am trying to find which family a bivalve named Tellus belongs, and
>if it is a genus or subgenus,
>valid or not.
>
>Any tips?

Tellus is an extinct genus within family Nilfiskidae.

Like most other bivalves it's a typical suction-feeder. The inhalant
siphon is many times longer than the exhalant.
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Regards
Andrew

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