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Große Sandklaffmuschel

Mya arenaria

Vulnerable
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Large-Neck Clam (Mya arenaria) is classified as Vulnerable (VU) on the IUCN Red List. Facing a high risk of endangerment in the wild, with declining populations and increasing habitat pressure.

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and temperate grasslands and steppes, among 5 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, Turkey), Europe (22 countries), and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 砂海螂
French bec de jar
German Große Sandklaffmuschel
Russian Песчаная мия

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Große Sandklaffmuschel?
The scientific name of Große Sandklaffmuschel is Mya arenaria. It belongs to the genus Mya.
What is the conservation status of Große Sandklaffmuschel?
Große Sandklaffmuschel (Mya arenaria) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Große Sandklaffmuschel live?
Große Sandklaffmuschel is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Georgia, Turkey), Europe (22 countries), and North America (Canada, United States). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Bulgaria, Canada, Denmark, Estonia, France, Georgia, Germany, Greece, Iceland.
What family does Große Sandklaffmuschel belong to?
Große Sandklaffmuschel (Mya arenaria) belongs to the genus Mya, which is part of the taxonomic family Myidae.
Is Große Sandklaffmuschel endangered?
Yes, Große Sandklaffmuschel (Mya arenaria) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Große Sandklaffmuschel belong to?
Große Sandklaffmuschel (Mya arenaria) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).
What are the closest relatives of Große Sandklaffmuschel?
The closest relatives of Große Sandklaffmuschel in the genus Mya include Gestutzte Sandklaffmuschel.

Native Range — 26 Countries

Genus Mya — 2 Species

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Gestutzte Sandklaffmuschel
Mya truncata
VU
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Große Sandklaffmuschel
Mya arenaria
VU

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