Pacific Razor Clam
Siliqua patula
Size & Weight
Max Length
6.0"
Lifespan
5 years
Habitat
Sandy ocean beaches; intertidal zone
Behavior
Spawning Season
Spring/Summer
Fishing Tips
Eating Quality
Edibility
Excellent
Sweet; delicate; meaty
State Records
Washington
0.5
lbs
Official Resources
Change History (Last updated Feb 02, 2026 at 10:33 AM)
| Date | Change | Old Value | New Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Lifespan Years | — | 5 |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated WA State Record | — | 0.5 |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Max Length | — | 6.0 |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Conservation Status | — | Stable |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Flavor Profile | — | Sweet; delicate; meaty |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Edibility Rating | — | Excellent |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated PNW Season | — | Spring/Fall tides |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Fishing Techniques | — | Clam digging |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Spawning Season | — | Spring/Summer |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Habitat | — | Sandy ocean beaches; intertidal zone |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Native Or Introduced | — | Native |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Category | — | Shellfish |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Updated Scientific Name | — | Siliqua patula |
| Feb 02, 2026 10:33 AM | Species created | — | — |