Pacific Razor
Siliqua patula
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–55 m
- Max size: 18 cm
A long bladed clam built for speed in the surf zone, it can dig itself under wet sand in seconds. On exposed beaches its siphon tip shows at the surface while the rest of the body stays safely buried.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Adapedonta › Pharidae › Siliqua
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 536684.
FAQ
- How deep does the Pacific Razor live?
- The Pacific Razor (Siliqua patula) is typically found at 0–55 m.
- How big does the Pacific Razor get?
- The Pacific Razor grows to about 18 cm.