Proteopitar patagonicus
NameProteopitar patagonicus
Scientific NameProteopitar patagonicus
FamilyVeneridae
GenusProteopitar
Speciespatagonicus
Geographic DistributionSouthwestern Atlantic Ocean, specifically off the coasts of Patagonia (Argentina) and Uruguay.
Average Size (mm)30-60
Identifying FeaturesProminent and regular concentric growth lamellae (ridges) on the exterior surface; ovate to subtrigonal shell shape; moderately inflated valves; anteriorly placed umbones.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(d'Orbigny, 1842)
Description
A marine bivalve shell, typically off-white to cream, characterized by its ovate to subtrigonal shape and prominent concentric growth lines. It belongs to the family Veneridae and is found in the southwestern Atlantic.
