Chemnitz's Cockle
NameChemnitz's Cockle
Scientific NameTrachycardium chemnitzii
Common NameChemnitz's Cockle
FamilyCardiidae
GenusTrachycardium
Specieschemnitzii
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and other parts of the Indian Ocean.
Habitatsubtidal
Average Size (mm)70
Identifying FeaturesKey features include numerous (typically 30-40) strong radial ribs that are prominently nodulose or scaly, especially towards the posterior and anterior margins, giving the shell a rough, textured feel. The shell margin is strongly crenulated due to the ribbing. It has an inflated, somewhat heart-shaped appearance when viewed from the anterior or posterior.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Pilsbry, 1891)
Description
A robust, medium-sized bivalve shell belonging to the cockle family, characterized by its prominent, nodulose radial ribs and distinctive brown and white color patterns. It is a common species found in the Indo-Pacific region.
