Pullet Carpet Shell
NamePullet Carpet Shell
Scientific NameVenerupis senegalensis
Common NamePullet Carpet Shell
FamilyVeneridae
GenusVenerupis
Speciessenegalensis
Geographic DistributionNortheast Atlantic Ocean, ranging from Norway southwards along the European coast, into the Mediterranean Sea, and down to West Africa.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)40
Identifying FeaturesDistinct concentric growth lines are a prominent feature. The shell is relatively thin but robust. The pallial sinus is deep and U-shaped. While not clearly visible in the image, fine radial sculpture can also be present.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author CitationGmelin, 1791
Description
A bivalve mollusc shell, typically oval to elongate-oval in shape, with distinct concentric growth lines visible on its surface. The shell is relatively smooth, though fine radial sculpture can sometimes be present. The specimen in the image appears to be a single valve, exhibiting a pale, off-white to light brown coloration with subtle concentric banding.
