Pacific egg cockle [Laevicardium laevigatum]
Description
The Pacific egg cockle, or Laevicardium laevigatum, is a marine bivalve species in the family Cardiidae and is native to the Pacific coast of North America. It is found in the intertidal zone and prefers sandy or muddy substrates. The species is known for its small, oval-shaped shell with a smooth, shiny surface. The shell is typically cream or light brown, with darker brown or purplish radial streaks or blotches.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Cockles
Cardiida
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| Family |
Southern Clams
Laevicardiinae
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| Genus |
Laevicardium
Laevicardium
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