Globivenus listeroides
NameGlobivenus listeroides
Scientific NameGlobivenus listeroides
Common NameLister's Venus Clam (informal)
FamilyVeneridae
GenusGlobivenus
Specieslisteroides
Geographic DistributionWestern Atlantic Ocean, including the Caribbean Sea and off the coast of Brazil.
Habitatsubtidal
Average Size (mm)30-40
Identifying FeaturesCharacterized by strong, regular, concentric lamellae (ribs) that are often elevated. The lunule and escutcheon are well-defined. The overall shape is ovate with prominent umbones. Lacks strong radial sculpture.
Dietfilter-feeder
Rarityrare
Author CitationOlsson, 1961
Description
A moderately inflated, ovate bivalve shell, uniformly off-white to cream in color. The shell exhibits distinct, regular concentric growth lines or lamellae across its surface. It is held in a human hand, indicating a relatively small to medium size.
