Pacific Clam
Gari solida
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- For divers: safe
This clam burrows into sandy seabeds from the intertidal down to about 20 metres, drawing water through its siphons to filter out plankton and organic scraps. Its sturdy oval shell keeps it anchored as it feeds buried below the surface.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Cardiida › Psammobiidae › Gari
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 507162.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Clam live?
- The Pacific Clam (Gari solida) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Pacific Clam dangerous to divers?
- The Pacific Clam is harmless to divers.