Dunker's Dosinia
NameDunker's Dosinia
Scientific NameDosinia dunkeri
Common NameDunker's Dosinia
FamilyVeneridae
GenusDosinia
Speciesdunkeri
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas around Japan, China, and the Philippines.
Habitatsubtidal
Average Size (mm)30-50
Identifying FeaturesKey features include its compressed, nearly circular shape, the presence of numerous fine and regular concentric growth lines (lamellae) across the shell surface, and a small, pointed umbo. The shell surface is generally smooth between the growth lines.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author CitationPhilippi, 1847
Description
Dunker's Dosinia is a species of marine bivalve mollusc, characterized by its nearly circular and compressed shell. The specimen shown is a single valve, exhibiting a smooth, pale surface adorned with fine, regular concentric growth lines. Its overall appearance is delicate yet robust, typical of the Dosinia genus.
