Mactridae (trough shells) |
25.4 cm SHL (male/unsexed); max. reported age: 17 years |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 50 m |
Eastern Pacific: from Alaska to Baja California, Mexico. |
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It burrows in sand and mud along the intertidal zone from shallow depths to 30 meters (Ref. 865). Prefers sandier areas. Buries deep in the substrate to avoid freezing (Ref. 95344). Feeds on phytoplankton and detritus (Ref. 95991). |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Known from Scammon's lagoon, Baja California (Refs. 865, 105679). Also south most to Baja California Sur (Ref. 95344). C: Refs. 865, 105679; R: Ref. 95344. |
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