One complete Callista Erycina polished clam shell measuring 2 to 3 inches *****

One complete Callista Erycina polished clam shell measuring 2 to 3 inches

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Callista Erycina Clam shell Pairs

Family. Veneridae. type. bivalve. This species is offered as a complete bivalve, with matching upper and lower shell. The matching shells are hinged together by a ligament. The ligament deteriorates shortly after the clam dies. The shells are shipped as pairs held together by a light adhesive. Common name. Red Callusta.

This species is considered boat shaped, with prominent umbones pointing forward. It has a long external hinge. The shell's front is more rounded than is rear. The ribs are regular spaced, broad and flattened with narrow grooves separating them.

Their Color can vary from Cream, pale brown and orange red with reddish brown rays. Inside section is yellowish white with orange reddish edges.

They dwell across the Indo-Pacific from Indian Ocean East to Northern Australian/New zealand shores. These clams can be found in sand at low tide. They are considered a moderately common shell.