Least Concern
Clam (Hard)
Mercenaria mercenaria
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About
Clams are bivalve mollusks with two shells hinged together. The hard clam, also known as the quahog, is an important commercial species harvested for food. They live buried in sand or mud in shallow coastal waters.
Habitat
Coastal waters and estuaries of North America
Diet
Filter feeder - plankton and small particles
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Fun Facts
- Clams can live for up to 40 years in the wild.
- They use a muscular foot to burrow into sediment.
- Clams are an important indicator species for water quality.
Conservation
StatusLeast Concern
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