1,212 observations
Solid Surfclam
Spisula solida
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Mollusca ›Class: Bivalvia ›Order: Venerida ›Family: Mactridae ›Genus: Spisula
About
The surf clam (Spisula solida, is a medium-sized marine clam, or bivalve mollusc commonly found in the waters surrounding Great Britain. Up to 5 centimetres (2.0 in) long, it is like many clams a sediment-burrowing filter feeder.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Solid Surfclam is Spisula solida.
- Solid Surfclam belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Solid Surfclam belongs to the phylum Mollusca.
- Solid Surfclam belongs to the class Bivalvia.
- Solid Surfclam belongs to the order Venerida.
- Solid Surfclam belongs to the family Mactridae.
- Solid Surfclam belongs to the genus Spisula.