Lajonkairia lajonkairii
NameLajonkairia lajonkairii
Scientific NameLajonkairia lajonkairii
Common NameVenus clam
FamilyVeneridae
GenusLajonkairia
Specieslajonkairii
Geographic DistributionPrimarily found in the Mediterranean Sea and adjacent areas of the Atlantic Ocean, including coastal regions of Portugal, Spain, and Morocco.
Average Size (mm)15-20
Identifying FeaturesThe most distinctive feature is the presence of strong, regular, and numerous concentric growth ridges (lamellae) covering the entire shell surface. The shell is relatively thick and solid for its size, and the umbones are prominent and slightly anterior.
Dietfilter-feeder
Rarityrare
Author Citation(Payraudeau, 1826)
Description
Lajonkairia lajonkairii is a small to medium-sized marine bivalve, characterized by its solid, equivalve, and inequilateral shell. The shell surface is typically white or off-white and features prominent, regular concentric growth lines or lamellae. These shells are often found in sandy or muddy substrates.
