Noetia [Noetia]

Noetia
Description

Noetia is a genus of ark clams with a somewhat unique appearance, featuring elongated, thin shells that are often deeply ridged. These clams are generally found in shallow marine environments, where they can burrow into sandy or muddy bottoms. Noetia species are important members of their ecosystems, acting as filter feeders to help maintain water quality while also serving as a food source for various marine predators.

Species
Eastern Mud Borer
Eastern Mud Borer [Noetia ponderosa]
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False Eastern Mud Borer
False Eastern Mud Borer [Noetia bisulcata]
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Taxonomy
Phylum Mollusks
Mollusca
Class Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
Order Ark Clams
Arcida
Family Ark Clams
Arcidae
Statistics
  • Species 2