Marcia recens
NameMarcia recens
Scientific NameMarcia recens
Common NameNo widely accepted common name (sometimes referred to as Recent Venus Clam)
FamilyVeneridae
GenusMarcia
Speciesrecens
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, ranging from East Africa across to the Philippines and New Caledonia.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)30-70 mm
Identifying FeaturesProminent, regular concentric growth lines; smooth surface between growth lines; oval to sub-trigonal shape; characteristic irregular blotchy or radial color patterns; moderately inflated valves; anteriorly placed umbo.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Gmelin, 1791)
Description
A bivalve seashell, moderately inflated and oval to sub-trigonal in shape, characterized by distinct concentric growth lines. The shell exhibits a creamy white to light tan background adorned with irregular, often blotchy or somewhat radial patterns of reddish-brown or purplish-brown.
