Pacific Littleneck
Leukoma staminea
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–46 m
- Max size: 7.5 cm
A hardy clam of the mid intertidal zone, it digs more than ten centimetres into gravel, sand and mud and filters plankton through its siphons. Predatory moon snails drill through its shell to feed, one of its main natural threats.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Venerida › Veneridae › Leukoma
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 507737.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Littleneck live?
- The Pacific Littleneck (Leukoma staminea) is typically found at 0–46 m.
- How big does the Pacific Littleneck get?
- The Pacific Littleneck grows to about 7.5 cm.