Myadora striata is a species of marine bivalve mollusc in the family Myochamidae. It is endemic to New Zealand. It is common in the tidal zone of protected sandflats where it is found burrowing with its right, convex valve up. The left valve is flat. It is a large species within its genus.
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Is it venomous or poisonous?
We have no record of Myadora striata being toxic, poisonous or venomous. That is not proof that it is safe. Never eat, touch or handle a wild plant, mushroom or animal on the strength of an identification; ask someone qualified.
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Classification
- Kingdom
- Animalia
- Phylum
- Mollusca
- Class
- Bivalvia
- Family
- Myochamidae
- Genus
- Myadora
- Species
- Myadora striata
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