Circe undatina
NameCirce undatina
Scientific NameCirce undatina
Common NameWavy Circe
FamilyVeneridae
GenusCirce
Speciesundatina
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Japan, Australia, and other tropical to subtropical waters.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)25
Identifying FeaturesThe most distinctive features are its ovate-subtrigonal shape, prominent concentric sculpture (growth lines/ribs), and the characteristic reddish-brown triangular or zigzag color patterns on a pale background. The hinge plate is robust with typical venerid dentition (not visible in image).
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author CitationLamarck, 1818
Description
A medium-sized bivalve shell, typically ovate to subtrigonal in shape, with a white or cream background adorned with distinctive reddish-brown or purplish-brown triangular or zigzag patterns. The shell surface features prominent concentric growth lines or ribs. The specimen shown is a single valve, exhibiting these characteristic markings and concentric sculpture.
