Lamellate Venus
NameLamellate Venus
Scientific NameChione lamellata
Common NameLamellate Venus
FamilyVeneridae
GenusChione
Specieslamellata
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, commonly found in areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and other parts of Southeast Asia.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)40
Identifying FeaturesThe most prominent identifying feature is the numerous, elevated, and often frilly or wavy concentric lamellae that cover the entire shell surface. These lamellae can appear beaded or crenulated. The shell is generally thick and solid.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Lamarck, 1818)
Description
The Lamellate Venus is a robust, medium-sized bivalve shell characterized by its distinctive and prominent concentric lamellae (ridges). These lamellae are often wavy, frilly, or crenulated, giving the shell a highly sculptured appearance. The shell is typically sub-ovate to sub-circular in shape and moderately inflated. The specimen shown exhibits these characteristic features clearly.
