Pacific Bittersweet [Glycymeris septentrionalis]
Description
The Pacific Bittersweet is a species of bivalve mollusk found in the northern Pacific Ocean. It is characterized by its large, round shell which is typically brown or yellowish in color, and has a smooth, glossy interior. They inhabit subtidal waters, burrowing in sandy or muddy substrates. Their diet consists mainly of small organic particles and plankton, which they filter from the water column.
Taxonomy
| Phylum |
Mollusks
Mollusca
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|---|---|
| Class |
Clams, Oysters, and Scallops
Bivalvia
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| Order |
Ark Clams
Arcida
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| Family |
Glycymerid Bivalves
Glycymerididae
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| Genus |
Bittersweet Clams
Glycymeris
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