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Bean Clam

Donax gouldii

Description:

Donax gouldii, the bean clam, is a marine bivalve mollusk species in the genus Donax. It is found on the Pacific coast of North America. This species, known for periodic population explosions, was eaten by Native Americans in Southern California, particularly the Luiseno and Kumeyaay Indians of San Diego County.

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Kiloueka
Kiloueka 11 years ago

Thank you!

Kiloueka
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Kiloueka

Avalon, California, USA

Spotted on Jul 11, 2012
Submitted on Jul 11, 2012

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