Razor clams dug up on a beach
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Razor clams dug up on a beach
Pacific razor clams. View of several Pacific razor clams (Siliqua patula) dug up on a beach. Clams are a family of large bivalved molluscs which generally live in the sand near shorelines. They move by burrowing through the sand with a long muscular foot, which protrudes from the end of their shell (lower centre). They feed by siphoning small particles of plankton through a mouth between the two shell halves. When threatened, they can draw the foot in and close the two halves of the shell tightly. They are dug up for use as seafood, and are commonly eaten raw, or made into thick soups (chowder). Their soft bodies are also used as bait by fishermen
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Bivalve Clam Foot Mollusca Razor
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This print showcases a mesmerizing sight of Pacific razor clams, Siliqua patula, unearthed on a picturesque beach. These magnificent creatures belong to the clam family, characterized by their large bivalved shells and preference for sandy shorelines. The image captures several razor clams with their long muscular foot protruding from the lower center of their shell. Razor clams are fascinating in their movement as they navigate through the sand by burrowing using this remarkable foot. Their feeding process involves siphoning tiny particles of plankton through a mouth located between the two halves of their shell. When faced with danger, these intelligent mollusks can swiftly retract their foot and tightly close both halves of their protective shell. Not only admired for their natural beauty and intriguing behavior, Pacific razor clams also hold significant culinary value. They are sought after as delectable seafood delicacies, often enjoyed raw or transformed into rich soups like chowder. Additionally, fishermen utilize these clams' soft bodies as bait to attract other marine species. This stunning photograph not only highlights the wonders of nature but also sheds light on the intricate world of invertebrates found along our coastlines. It serves as a reminder that even beneath our feet lies an entire ecosystem teeming with life waiting to be explored and appreciated.
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