Distinguishing Characteristics |
Bivalve (2 shells); shell elongate, somewhat flat (slightly inflated), thin and fragile; color translucent white with glossy greenish or brownish outer skin (periostracum), sometimes with faint brown streaks from dorsal to ventral sides; hinge and beak at anterior end; 1 tooth at hinge in each valve; dorsal side nearly straight, ventral side slightly curved. |
Similar Species |
Similar to the minor jackknife clam, Ensis minor, which is narrower, longer, more curved and has 2 teeth in the hinge of the left valve. |
Habitat |
Gulf and bay near Gulf inlets, shallow sandy flats |
Maximum Size |
5 cm (2 in) |
Other Common Names |
green razor clam |
Previous Scientific Names |
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