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Razor clam
Mollusca – Bivalvia
The shells of these
large triangular bivalves have
a razor-sharp edge that protrudes just
above the shallow sand or seagrass
beds, posing a hazard to bare feet.
Razor clams anchor themselves in the
sand by attaching their byssal threads (or
beard) to buried stones. Their relatively
fragile shells are then protected, and the
clams are still able to draw
in water for their
oxygen and food
requirements.
Did you know?
Razor clams (also known as
razor fi sh, razor shells, pen
shells and fan shells) are eaten
in some parts of the world.