Arcoida
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Superfamily Arcoidea |
The Arcoida is an extant order of clams or bivalve molluscs. This order dates back to the lower Ordovician period.
Seven families are currently recognised within the order, including the well-known ark clams or ark shells in family Arcidae.
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