Sunetta effossa
NameSunetta effossa
Scientific NameSunetta effossa
Common NameSunetta clam
FamilyVeneridae
GenusSunetta
Specieseffossa
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, and parts of Australia.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)20-50
Identifying FeaturesCharacterized by its ovate to sub-circular shape, numerous fine and regular concentric growth ridges (lamellae), small umbones, and smooth shell margin. The pallial sinus is deep and rounded.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Hanley, 1843)
Description
A small to medium-sized bivalve shell, ovate to sub-circular in shape, held in a human hand. The shell exhibits prominent, fine concentric ridges across its surface. Its coloration is a delicate pale pinkish-brown, with subtle variations in tone forming faint concentric bands. The shell appears moderately convex and has a smooth margin.
