Spiny clams
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Amit Patel,
Starmama,
grizabella,
Jenny H.,
John (bird whisperer),
and
Jennifer Dittrich
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I found some shells like these on the beach. They appear to be some type of venus clam (family veneridae). Does anyone know the purpose of the spiny protuberances?
- Ken Morley
hi Ken, it's look like those spines are for defense against predation. you may want to check some info about this interesting species http://www.edulifedesks.org/class...
- Margot
That is so interesting, thanks Margot!
- Ken Morley