Ornate Pitar Venus
NameOrnate Pitar Venus
Scientific NamePitar ornamentum
Common NameOrnate Pitar Venus
FamilyVeneridae
GenusPitar
Speciesornamentum
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Japan, and other tropical to subtropical waters.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)25
Identifying FeaturesThe most prominent identifying feature is the unique and complex dark brown reticulated or zigzag color pattern on a light background. The shell is also characterized by its smooth, glossy texture and ovate shape.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Reeve, 1864)
Description
A medium-sized, ovate bivalve shell, characterized by its striking and intricate dark brown to black reticulated or zigzag pattern on a creamy white background. The shell surface is smooth and somewhat glossy, with fine concentric growth lines visible. The overall shape is moderately inflated and equivalve.
