Ensis minor (Chenu, 1843) is a animal in the Pharidae family, order Adapedonta, kingdom Animalia. Not known to be toxic.
Ensis minor (Chenu, 1843)
Ensis minor, the jackknife clam, is a burrowing Atlantic Ocean clam often collected for food. It reaches up to 17 cm in length.
Ensis minor, commonly known as the jackknife clam, is a long, smooth-shelled burrowing clam that lives in the Atlantic Ocean. Individuals of this species can grow up to 17 centimeters (6.7 inches) in length. Their shells are primarily white, and sometimes display reddish-brown markings. These clams are frequently collected for human consumption.
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