Hard clam
A species of Quahog, Also known as Round clam, Hard-shelled clam, Chowder clam, Peanuts Scientific name : Mercenaria mercenaria Genus : Quahog
Hard clam, A species of Quahog
Also known as:
Round clam, Hard-shelled clam, Chowder clam, Peanuts
Botanical name: Mercenaria mercenaria
Genus: Quahog
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The hard clam (Mercenaria mercenaria) is a common North American mollusk that congregates in cool waters. It is a key component in the famous New England clam chowder recipe. The hard clam, or quahog, is the official shellfish of the US state of Rhode Island. Quahog is also the fictional city name given as the setting of the TV show "Family Guy."
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