Genus Mya

The genus *Mya* includes a group of freshwater and marine bivalve mollusks known as soft-shell clams. These clams have a pair of hinged shells that are usually elongated and thin, allowing them to burrow efficiently into sediment. They are filter feeders, consuming plankton and organic particles from the water. *Mya* species are found in various environments worldwide, playing important roles in their ecosystems. They are also of value to humans as seafood and are studied for their ecological and environmental significance.