Subtruncate Surf Clam
Spisula subtruncata
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–25 m
- Max size: 3 cm
A small surf clam of shallow soft bottoms in European coastal waters, it lives buried in sand and mud down to about 25 metres. It feeds by actively drawing water through its body and straining out suspended food.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Venerida › Mactridae › Spisula
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 140302.
FAQ
- How deep does the Subtruncate Surf Clam live?
- The Subtruncate Surf Clam (Spisula subtruncata) is typically found at 0–25 m.
- How big does the Subtruncate Surf Clam get?
- The Subtruncate Surf Clam grows to about 3 cm.