Sphaeriidae

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Definition

Sphaeriidae (also known as pea clams or fingernail clams) is a family of small, freshwater bivalves in the order Sphaeriida and consist of 10 genera with 154 species [[1][1]]. They are both hermaphrodites and ovoviviparous, giving birth to young that resemble miniature versions of adults.