17. Sunetta scripta (Linnaeus, 1758)

1758. Donax scripta Linnaeus, Syst. Nat., 10: 683.

Material examined: 5 valves

Measurements: Length: 1.2-2.6, Height: 0.9-1.7

Distribution: Andhra Pradesh, Goa, Gujarat, Karnataka, Kerala, Orissa, Tamil Nadu,

Remarks: This species prefers sandy beaches in shallow intertidal regions. Death and empty shells