Bent-nosed Clams [Strigilla]

Description
Strigilla is recognized by its small, delicate shells with a distinctive bend near the hinge area. These clams are usually found buried in sandy substrates in shallow marine waters. They are filter feeders, with their diet contributing to the control of microalgae populations in their habitats.
Species

Atlantic Bent-nosed Clam [Cyrtodaria siliqua]
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Pacific Bent-nosed Clam [Cyrtodaria kurilensis]
View DetailsTaxonomy
Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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Order |
Clams
Veneroida
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Family |
Tellins
Tellinidae
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Statistics
- Species 2