Yoldia
Yoldia is a genus of marine bivalve mollusks belonging to the family Yoldiidae. These clams are characterized by their elongated, equivalve, and inequilateral shells, which are typically smooth and glossy. The shell's anterior end is usually rounded, while the posterior end tapers to a point. Yoldia species are found in a variety of marine environments worldwide, inhabiting soft sediments on continental shelves and slopes.
The genus Yoldia was described by William John Swainson in 1840. While many species have been described,
Several species of Yoldia are of ecological importance, serving as a food source for various marine organisms.