Distinguishing Characteristics |
Bivalve (2 shells); shell elongate, oval, smooth, slightly inflated; color pale pink or brown with broken brownish radiating bands (occasionally has darker concentric bands instead of radiating bands); fine concentric growth lines; beaks anterior to center, point anteriorly; anterior dorsal margin concave. |
Similar Species |
Easily distinguished by its color and patterns. Also is the largest venus shell. |
Habitat |
Gulf and bay, sandy bottoms |
Maximum Size |
15 cm (6 in) |
Other Common Names |
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Previous Scientific Names |
Callista nibosa |
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