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American Hard-Shelled Clam

Mercenaria mercenaria

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The American Hard-Shelled Clam (Mercenaria mercenaria) is a species in the genus Mercenaria. Native to Africa and Asia and Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (Algeria), Asia (China, Japan), Europe (10 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).

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Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Mollusca (Yumuşakçalar)

Species

Mercenaria mercenaria (American Hard-Shelled Clam)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese ホンビノスガイ

French clam

German Nördliche Quahog-Muschel

Portuguese amêijoa-mercenária

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of American Hard-Shelled Clam?

The scientific name of American Hard-Shelled Clam is Mercenaria mercenaria. It belongs to the genus Mercenaria.

Where does American Hard-Shelled Clam live?

American Hard-Shelled Clam is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Algeria), Asia (China, Japan), Europe (10 countries), and North America (Canada, United States).. Countries include Algeria, Belgium, Canada, China, France, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Netherlands, Norway.

What family does American Hard-Shelled Clam belong to?

American Hard-Shelled Clam (Mercenaria mercenaria) belongs to the genus Mercenaria, which is part of the taxonomic family Veneridae.

What kingdom does American Hard-Shelled Clam belong to?

American Hard-Shelled Clam (Mercenaria mercenaria) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).