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false softshell

Mya pseudoarenaria

Classification

Order
Myida
Family
Myidae

Mya is a genus of saltwater clams, marine bivalve molluscs in the family Myidae. They are widespread and abundant in northern waters. Commonly known as Ipswich clams, soft-shell clam or steamers, they are routinely used as a food source for humans.

Distribution

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Countries in the Picchu catalog
Norway · 3Canada · 2