Parapholas californica Conrad 1837 (clam)
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Bivalvia - Pholadida - Pholadidae
Alternative combination: Pholas californica
Belongs to Parapholas according to A. Hendy 2021
See also Coan et al. 2000
Sister taxa: Parapholas quadrizonata, Parapholas satoi
Ecology: stationary boring suspension feeder
Distribution:
• Quaternary of United States (3: California collections)
• Pliocene of United States (1: Oregon)
Total: 4 collections each including a single occurrence
Specimen images are retrieved through the ePANDDA API.
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