Asian hard clam

About

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 (สัตว์)

Phylum

Mollusca (มอลลัสกา)

Class

Bivalvia (ชั้นไบวาลเวีย)

Order

Venerida (Venerida)

Family

Veneridae

Genus

Meretrix

Species

Meretrix lusoria (Asian hard clam)

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 Asian hard clam?

The scientific name of Asian hard clam is Meretrix lusoria. It belongs to the genus Meretrix.

Where does Asian hard clam live?

Asian hard clam is found in Distributed across Norway, Taiwan, and United States.. Countries include Norway, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Asian hard clam belong to?

Asian hard clam (Meretrix lusoria) belongs to the genus Meretrix, which is part of the taxonomic family Veneridae.

What kingdom does Asian hard clam belong to?

Asian hard clam (Meretrix lusoria) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).