Leukoma pertincta
NameLeukoma pertincta
Scientific NameLeukoma pertincta
Common NamePertincta Venus Clam
FamilyVeneridae
GenusLeukoma
Speciespertincta
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific Ocean, ranging from Southern California (USA) to Baja California (Mexico).
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)Typically ranges from 30 to 50 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesKey identifying features include the strong cancellate sculpture (cross-hatched pattern) formed by prominent concentric ridges and finer radial lines, and its characteristic oval shape. The hinge typically has three cardinal teeth in each valve.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Conrad, 1837)
Description
Leukoma pertincta, commonly known as the Pertincta Venus Clam, is a species of marine bivalve mollusc belonging to the family Veneridae. Its shell is characterized by a distinctive cancellate sculpture formed by prominent concentric growth ridges and finer radial striae. The coloration is typically light, often with striking darker patterns. It is a filter feeder found burrowing in soft substrates in intertidal and subtidal zones.
