McHenry County Conservation District / McHenry County College / FlutedShell
CLAM & MUSSEL GALLERY
Information: MCCD #(815) 338-6223

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FlutedShell Common Name:
Fluted-Shell
 
 
Scientific Name: Lasmigona costata

 

Length & Habitat: Up to 7 Inches / Slow to Moderate Flowing Medium to Large Rivers in Sand, Mud or Fine Gravel

 

Comment: Relatively Uncommon. Elongated shell with many prominant ridges (flutings) present.