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Chocolate Clam

Megapitaria squalida

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Bivalvia ›Order: Venerida ›Family: Veneridae ›Genus: Megapitaria

About

Megapitaria squalida, the chocolate clam, is a species of bivalve mollusc in the family Veneridae. It was first described to science by George Brettingham Sowerby, a British conchologist, in 1835. The type specimen was collected by Hugh Cuming.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Chocolate Clam?
The scientific name of Chocolate Clam is Megapitaria squalida.
What kingdom does Chocolate Clam belong to?
Chocolate Clam belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Chocolate Clam belong to?
Chocolate Clam belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Chocolate Clam belong to?
Chocolate Clam belongs to the class Bivalvia.
What order does Chocolate Clam belong to?
Chocolate Clam belongs to the order Venerida.
What family does Chocolate Clam belong to?
Chocolate Clam belongs to the family Veneridae.
What genus does Chocolate Clam belong to?
Chocolate Clam belongs to the genus Megapitaria.