Timoclea subnodulosa
NameTimoclea subnodulosa
Scientific NameTimoclea subnodulosa
Common NameSubnodulose Venus Clam
FamilyVeneridae
GenusTimoclea
Speciessubnodulosa
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as the Philippines, Indonesia, and parts of the Indian Ocean.
Average Size (mm)20
Identifying FeaturesDistinctive cancellate sculpture with strong, beaded or nodular radial and concentric ribs. The shell margin is typically crenulated internally due to the strong ribbing. The umbo is prosogyrate (turned forward).
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Hanley, 1844)
Description
A marine bivalve shell, characterized by its robust, cancellate sculpture formed by intersecting radial and concentric ribs, which often bear nodular ornamentation. The shell is typically off-white or cream, frequently adorned with reddish-brown or yellowish-orange markings, especially near the umbo.
