What is another word for Venus Mercenaria?
Pronunciation: [vˈiːnəs mˌɜːsənˈe͡əɹi͡ə] (IPA) 
Venus Mercenaria is commonly known as a quahog, which is a type of clam found in the northeastern part of the United States. The quahog is a bivalve mollusk that can grow up to five inches in diameter and has a hard, thick shell. Other synonyms for Venus Mercenaria include hard clam, round clam, cherrystone, and littleneck. These clams are an important seafood source and are enjoyed in clam chowder, clam cakes, and fried clam dishes. They are also used for making clam juice and frozen clam meat for retail. The quahog has a long life span, with some living up to 100 years in the wild.
