Lamelliconcha tortuosa
NameLamelliconcha tortuosa
Scientific NameLamelliconcha tortuosa
Common NameTortuous Venus Clam
FamilyVeneridae
GenusLamelliconcha
Speciestortuosa
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, ranging from Baja California, Mexico, southwards along the coasts of Central and South America to Peru.
Habitatsubtidal
Average Size (mm)40
Identifying FeaturesStrong, regular, concentric lamellae (ribs) covering the entire shell surface; ovate to subtrigonal outline; relatively thick shell; umbones slightly anterior to the midline.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Broderip, 1835)
Description
A marine bivalve mollusc shell, typically off-white to cream in color, characterized by its ovate to subtrigonal shape and prominent, regular concentric growth lamellae. This specimen exhibits a uniform pale coloration with distinct, evenly spaced concentric ridges.
