Petricola denticulata
NamePetricola denticulata
Scientific NamePetricola denticulata
Common NameToothed Petricola
FamilyPetricolidae
GenusPetricola
Speciesdenticulata
Geographic DistributionEastern Pacific, ranging from California (USA) to Baja California (Mexico).
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)44
Identifying FeaturesElongated, somewhat flattened shape; prominent and regular concentric growth lines covering the entire shell surface; off-white coloration. The hinge teeth, though not visible in this image, are characteristic of the genus.
Raritycommon
Author CitationSowerby I, 1834
Description
An elongated, equivalve, and inequilateral bivalve shell, typically off-white to creamy white. The shell surface is characterized by prominent, regular concentric growth lines, giving it a finely ribbed appearance. It is a burrowing or boring clam found in soft substrates or soft rock.
