Semiahmoo Spit, WA
Thetis Island, BC
Coles Bay, BC
Semiahmoo Spit, WA
showing part of foot, submerged in water, unusual white specimen orange tinted form
siphon didn't extend beyond edge of shell
showing part of foot, submerged in water, unusual white specimen orange tinted form
siphon didn't extend beyond edge of shell
Nuttallia obscurata (Reeve, 1857)
Purple Mahogany Clam or Varnish Clam or Savory Clam *
intertidal Korea and Japan; introduced to BC, WA, & OR size to 57mm
This is commonly found intertidally. It was originally introduced to BC and has now spread to southern Puget Sound and along the outer coast. It is considered invasive. The shell is thin, with a dark, shiny periostracum. The interior is dark purple. Shells with an orange or white interior can sometimes be found. It is a popular food clam in some areas.
Purple Mahogany Clam or Varnish Clam or Savory Clam *
intertidal Korea and Japan; introduced to BC, WA, & OR size to 57mm
This is commonly found intertidally. It was originally introduced to BC and has now spread to southern Puget Sound and along the outer coast. It is considered invasive. The shell is thin, with a dark, shiny periostracum. The interior is dark purple. Shells with an orange or white interior can sometimes be found. It is a popular food clam in some areas.
