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Common piddock

Pholas dactylus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Bivalvia ›Order: Myida ›Family: Pholadidae ›Genus: Pholas

About

Pholas dactylus or common piddock is a bioluminescent clam-like species of marine mollusc found on the coasts of the North Atlantic and the Mediterranean Sea. It bores into gneiss. It was once a highly esteemed food in Europe....

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Common piddock?
The scientific name of Common piddock is Pholas dactylus.
What is the conservation status of Common piddock?
The Common piddock has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Common piddock belong to?
Common piddock belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Common piddock belong to?
Common piddock belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
What class does Common piddock belong to?
Common piddock belongs to the class Bivalvia.
What order does Common piddock belong to?
Common piddock belongs to the order Myida.
What family does Common piddock belong to?
Common piddock belongs to the family Pholadidae.
What genus does Common piddock belong to?
Common piddock belongs to the genus Pholas.