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[*] posted on 3-17-2012 at 05:28 PM
Name for large pale yellow clam


At the front porch of a friend I saw a large pale yellow clamshell that came from Chivato. It was a small version (approx 4") of a kind that I know goes well over 6". I've forgotten the name, can anyone help? A bonus would be to also remind what the Mexicans call it?
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[*] posted on 3-17-2012 at 05:35 PM


local name is 'bow-tee-hone-eee'

botijones

Makes great chowder and comes with it's own serving bowl. How handy is that?

[Edited on 3-18-2012 by Pompano]




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[*] posted on 3-17-2012 at 05:46 PM


Thanks, Pompano. What is its english name/
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[*] posted on 3-17-2012 at 05:53 PM


'Large pale yellow clam' does the job, I should think.


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[*] posted on 3-17-2012 at 06:07 PM


Absolutely Tootley.
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[*] posted on 3-18-2012 at 02:42 PM


I managed to make a photo of it today, belatedly, sorry; still looking for its english nombre;


[Edited on 3-18-2012 by Sidamone]

[Edited on 3-18-2012 by Sidamone]
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[*] posted on 3-18-2012 at 03:45 PM


possibly a yellow Cardium.
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[*] posted on 3-18-2012 at 04:51 PM


Thanks rts551
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[*] posted on 3-18-2012 at 05:12 PM
Almeja Botijona


I know it only as Botijona, as the local divers call it.

Its the most-prized clam here in the Sea of Cortez and is growing more difficult to find. It has a large, long neck that extends 6-8 inches up to the surface of the sand in 2-3 meters of water.

Its easier to find in the summer or mid-day when the waters are warmest.

I know a place where they are fairly prevalent, but I'm not tellin'!




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