New Zealand Wedge Trough Shell [Mactra discors]
Description
The New Zealand Wedge Trough Shell, known scientifically as Mactra discors, is a species of bivalve mollusc found in the coastal waters of New Zealand. This species prefers sandy or muddy substrates in shallow waters. The shell is typically white or cream in color and can reach a size of up to 5 cm in length. This species is a filter feeder, extracting plankton and other small particles from the water for nourishment.
Taxonomy
| 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 |
Trough Shells
Mactridae
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| Genus |
Wedge Trough Shells
Rangia
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