Oriental Angel Wing
Pholas orientalis
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 12 cm
- For divers: safe
A large angel wing clam that digs deep into intertidal clay, leaving only the tips of its long siphons at the surface. Its thin, sculptured white valves spread like wings, and divers dig the animal out by hand or with a paddle shaped tool.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Myida › Pholadidae › Pholas
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 507030.
FAQ
- How deep does the Oriental Angel Wing live?
- The Oriental Angel Wing (Pholas orientalis) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Oriental Angel Wing dangerous to divers?
- The Oriental Angel Wing is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Oriental Angel Wing get?
- The Oriental Angel Wing grows to about 12 cm.