ハマグリ (Asian hard clam)

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The Asian hard clam (Meretrix lusoria) is a species in the genus Meretrix. Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region. Distributed across Norway, Taiwan, and United States.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Asia and Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Norway, Taiwan, and United States.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (動物)

Phylum

Mollusca (軟体動物)

Class

Bivalvia (二枚貝)

Order

Venerida (ハマグリ目)

Family

Veneridae

Genus

Meretrix

Species

Meretrix lusoria (ハマグリ)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ハマグリ

French cythérée du Japon

German Indopazifische Venusmuschel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ハマグリ?

The scientific name of ハマグリ is Meretrix lusoria. It belongs to the genus Meretrix.

Where does ハマグリ live?

ハマグリ is found in Distributed across Norway, Taiwan, and United States.. Countries include Norway, Taiwan, United States.

What family does ハマグリ belong to?

ハマグリ (Meretrix lusoria) belongs to the genus Meretrix, which is part of the taxonomic family Veneridae.

What kingdom does ハマグリ belong to?

ハマグリ (Meretrix lusoria) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (動物).