The great majority of brachiopods are in this group, formerly called articulate brachiopods. These brachiopods have more robust shells made of calcite. All are epifaunal. Some attached themselves to ...

2. How are the shells of brachiopods and clams different? 3. How do brachiopods attach themselves to the sea floor? 4. Describe the typical mode of life of articulate brachiopods. Where did they live?