New Zealand Seashore

DSC_2609 Razor mussel, or kute (Solemya parkinsonii) common in low tide zone to 60 m. Buried 10-60 cm deep in in firm sand or mud in harbours and estuaries. Often associated with seagrass. Waipuna Bay, Aramoana *

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DSC_2609 Razor mussel, or kute (Solemya parkinsonii) common in low tide zone to 60 m. Buried 10-60 cm deep in in firm sand or mud in harbours and estuaries. Often associated with seagrass. Waipuna Bay, Aramoana *

DSC 2609 Razor mussel razor date shell kute Solemya parkinsonii Waipuna Bay Aramoana