Ark clam
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Arc Clams belong to the family Arcidae. Arc Shells number about 200 in species and come in a variety of shapes and sizes. The outer skin of the Arc Shell acts as a camouflage matching the surroundings of its environment. The shells actually look like stones when lying on the bottom of the water. Arc shells are commonly used as bait as well as food throughout the Caribbean.
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