Tawera coelata
NameTawera coelata
Scientific NameTawera coelata
Common NameCoelate Tawera
FamilyVeneridae
GenusTawera
Speciescoelata
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including regions such as the Philippines and Indonesia.
Habitatsubtidal
Average Size (mm)11
Identifying FeaturesCharacterized by its ovate shape, prominent and regular concentric lamellae (ribs) that are often finely sculptured, and prosogyrate umbones. The color patterns can be quite variable but often include concentric or radiating markings.
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Reeve, 1864)
Description
A small, ovate bivalve shell, light brown to tan in color with subtle reddish-brown markings. The shell exhibits prominent, regular, and finely sculptured concentric ribs or lamellae across its surface. The umbo is prosogyrate, pointing slightly forward. The shell is moderately inflated.
