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Pacific razor clam
Siliqua patula
The Pacific razor clam is a large, elongated bivalve mollusk found along the sandy beaches of the North American Pacific coast. Its smooth, thin, and fragile shell can reach up to 15 centimeters in length, and is well-adapted for rapid burrowing. Razor clams are renowned for the…
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- Pacific razor clams can rebury themselves in as little as 7 seconds if exposed, making them one of the fastest-burrowing clams in the world.
- Pacific razor clams can burrow up to 70 centimeters deep in the sand to escape predators and diggers. They are named for their shell's resemblance to an old-fashioned straight razor. Their powerful foot allows them to dig at impressive speeds, making them notoriously challenging to catch.
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