Figured: S M Smith
Length: 44 mm

Chamelea gallina, once thought to be this species, is restricted to the Mediterranean, and is distinctly different in appearance (more rounded). Common and locally abundant, living in sand and muddy gravel, low water to below 50m. Dead shells abundant. Many old records.
Collections: NHM, NMI, NMSZ, NMW, UM

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