Placamen lamellosum
NamePlacamen lamellosum
Scientific NamePlacamen lamellosum
Common NameLamellose Venus Clam
FamilyVeneridae
GenusPlacamen
Specieslamellosum
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Australia (Queensland, New South Wales), and other tropical to subtropical waters.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)30
Identifying FeaturesProminent, elevated, and somewhat frilly concentric lamellae (ridges) on the exterior surface. The shell is ovate to subtrigonal in shape with distinct color banding. The interior often exhibits a dark brown coloration.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Broderip, 1835)
Description
A bivalve seashell, commonly known as a Venus clam, characterized by its robust, ovate to subtrigonal shell and prominent concentric lamellae. The exterior displays a pattern of creamy white to pale brown with irregular, darker brown or reddish-brown concentric bands. The interior of the shell, particularly visible in the top valve, is a rich dark brown or purplish-brown.
