This preserved soft-shell clam (Mya arenaria) is a formalin-preserved marine invertebrate specimen commonly used in classrooms and laboratories to study bivalve anatomy and marine biology. Its thin shell and well-defined internal organs make it an excellent model for invertebrate anatomy and comparative biology instruction.
Specimen Details
Common name: Soft-shell clam
Scientific name: Mya arenaria
Size: 2–4 inches
Preservation method: Formalin-preserved
Habitat: Intertidal and shallow subtidal sediments (marine)
Collection method: Hand-collected
Quantity: Sold individually
Educational Applications
Commonly used in marine biology, invertebrate zoology, and anatomy courses, this specimen supports instruction in bivalve body structure, filter feeding, and adaptations to burrowing environments. Students can examine both external shell features and internal anatomical structures.
Anatomical Features
Thin, elongated shell characteristic of soft-shell clams
Clearly preserved mantle and siphons
Internal organs suitable for anatomical study
Suitable for invertebrate anatomy and marine biology instruction
Sourcing & Preservation
Specimens are responsibly sourced from coastal marine environments and preserved in formalin to maintain anatomical integrity for long-term educational use and repeated classroom handling.
Note: This is a preserved marine invertebrate specimen. Natural variations in size, color, and appearance should be expected. For bulk or institutional orders, please contact info@gulfofme.com.
This preserved soft-shell clam (Mya arenaria) is a formalin-preserved marine invertebrate specimen commonly used in classrooms and laboratories to study bivalve anatomy and marine biology. Its thin shell and well-defined internal organs make it an excellent model for invertebrate anatomy and comparative biology instruction.
Specimen Details
Common name: Soft-shell clam
Scientific name: Mya arenaria
Size: 2–4 inches
Preservation method: Formalin-preserved
Habitat: Intertidal and shallow subtidal sediments (marine)
Collection method: Hand-collected
Quantity: Sold individually
Educational Applications
Commonly used in marine biology, invertebrate zoology, and anatomy courses, this specimen supports instruction in bivalve body structure, filter feeding, and adaptations to burrowing environments. Students can examine both external shell features and internal anatomical structures.
Anatomical Features
Thin, elongated shell characteristic of soft-shell clams
Clearly preserved mantle and siphons
Internal organs suitable for anatomical study
Suitable for invertebrate anatomy and marine biology instruction
Sourcing & Preservation
Specimens are responsibly sourced from coastal marine environments and preserved in formalin to maintain anatomical integrity for long-term educational use and repeated classroom handling.
Note: This is a preserved marine invertebrate specimen. Natural variations in size, color, and appearance should be expected. For bulk or institutional orders, please contact info@gulfofme.com.
