Spatial Comparison of Bay Clam Morphometrics and Age Structure in Three Oregon Estuaries

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Citation

Originator: Moffett, Cinamon, Anthony D'Andrea, and Justin Ainsworth

Publish Date: 2015

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Contact Information

Agency: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife

Name: Cedric Cooney

Job Position: Natural Resources Data and Systems Manager

Telephone: 503-947-6094

E-Mail Address: cedric.x.cooney@odfw.oregon.gov

Description

Abstract: Management of Oregon’s bay clam resources and habitats are the responsibility of the Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (ODFW) Shellfish Program. Bay clams, which are referred to and managed collectively, include: butter clams (Saxidomus gigantea), cockles (Clinocardium nuttallii), gaper clams (Tresus capax), and native littleneck clams (Leukoma staminea). This analysis examined bay clam morphometrics and age structures in three recreationally important Oregon estuaries: Netarts, Tillamook and Yaquina bays. Presented here are the results from gapers and cockles, which differ in several key life history traits. Age-size relationships are an informative component of bay clam management. These findings will guide future ageing studies.

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Time Period of Content: 1983-1991; 2008-2014

Geographic Extent: Netarts Bay, Tillamook Bay, and Yaquina Bay

Status: Final

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Format: PDF

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Lineage-Source: Coastal and Estuarine Research Federation Biennial Conference poster

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