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Striated Fingernailclam

Sphaerium striatinum

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Norway and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Similar Species in Sphaerium

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Arctic Fingernailclam
Sphaerium nitidum
Least Concern
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European Fingernail Clam
Sphaerium corneum
Least Concern
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Grooved Fingernailclam
Sphaerium simile
Least Concern
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Herrington Fingernailclam
Sphaerium occidentale
Least Concern
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nut fingernailclam
Sphaerium rivicola
Not Evaluated
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Rhomboid Fingernailclam
Sphaerium rhomboideum
Least Concern
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Swamp Orb Mussel
Sphaerium nucleus
Least Concern
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Witham Orb Mussel
Sphaerium solidum
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Striated Fingernailclam?
The scientific name of Striated Fingernailclam is Sphaerium striatinum. It belongs to the genus Sphaerium.
What is the conservation status of Striated Fingernailclam?
Striated Fingernailclam (Sphaerium striatinum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Striated Fingernailclam live?
Striated Fingernailclam is found in Distributed across Norway and United States.. Countries include Norway, United States.
What family does Striated Fingernailclam belong to?
Striated Fingernailclam (Sphaerium striatinum) belongs to the genus Sphaerium, which is part of the taxonomic family Sphaeriidae.
Is Striated Fingernailclam endangered?
No, Striated Fingernailclam (Sphaerium striatinum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Striated Fingernailclam belong to?
Striated Fingernailclam (Sphaerium striatinum) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Striated Fingernailclam?
The closest relatives of Striated Fingernailclam in the genus Sphaerium include Arctic Fingernailclam, European Fingernail Clam, Grooved Fingernailclam, Herrington Fingernailclam, nut fingernailclam.

Native Range — 2 Countries

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Genus Sphaerium — 9 Species

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Arctic Fingernailclam
Sphaerium nitidum
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European Fingernail Clam
Sphaerium corneum
LC 🐾
Grooved Fingernailclam
Sphaerium simile
LC 🐾
Herrington Fingernailclam
Sphaerium occidentale
LC 🐾
nut fingernailclam
Sphaerium rivicola
NE 🐾
Rhomboid Fingernailclam
Sphaerium rhomboideum
LC
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Striated Fingernailclam
Sphaerium striatinum
LC
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Swamp Orb Mussel
Sphaerium nucleus
LC 🐾
Witham Orb Mussel
Sphaerium solidum
NT
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