Atlantic Plicate [Mirapecten atlanticus]
Description
The Atlantic Plicate is a species of marine bivalve found in the Atlantic Ocean. Like other members of its genus, it possesses a folded shell, which is usually less than 10 cm in length. The color of the shell ranges from light to dark brown. This species is typically found in sandy or muddy environments.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
|
|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
|
| Order |
Clams
Veneroida
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| Family |
Trough Shells
Mactridae
|
| Genus |
Plicate Trough Shells
Pseudocardium
|