Timoclea imbricata
NameTimoclea imbricata
Scientific NameTimoclea imbricata
Common NameImbricated Venus Clam
FamilyVeneridae
GenusTimoclea
Speciesimbricata
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Japan, and other parts of Southeast Asia.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)20-40
Identifying FeaturesStrong, prominent radial ribs crossed by finer concentric growth lines, creating a cancellate (latticed) surface texture. The most distinctive feature is the bold, alternating dark and light radial banding. The shell is relatively small and ovate.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Sowerby II, 1853)
Description
A small, ovate bivalve shell, characterized by its distinctive radial ribbing and striking alternating dark and light color patterns. The shell is moderately inflated and exhibits a cancellate sculpture where radial ribs intersect with concentric growth lines.
