Purple Sunset Clam [Hiatella purpurea]
Description
The Purple Sunset Clam, also known as Hiatella purpurea, is a small and colorful marine bivalve mollusk. It typically resides in rocky, intertidal zones, attaching itself to hard surfaces using byssal threads. This species is known for its distinctive purple hue and its tendency to inhabit areas with strong wave action.
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 |
Venus Clams
Veneridae
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| Genus |
Sunset Clams
Antigona
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