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Razor clam — printable fact sheet
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Razor clam
Solen marginatus
The razor clam is a bivalve mollusk known for its elongated, thin, and razor-like shell, which can grow up to 15 centimeters in length. It is typically found buried vertically in sandy beaches and intertidal zones, where it uses its powerful foot to burrow quickly when disturbed…
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- Despite their delicate appearance, razor clams are capable of digging themselves more than a foot deep into the sand in just a few minutes.
- Razor clams can burrow into sand with remarkable speed, sometimes disappearing in seconds. Their shells are so sharp that they have been known to cause cuts if handled carelessly. They can also squirt jets of water to help propel themselves deeper into the sand.
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