14. Siliqua radiata (Linnaeus, 1758)

1758. Siliqua radiate Linnaeus, Syst. Nat., ed. 10: 1114.

Material examined: 2 valves

Measurements: Length: 1.3-2.5cm, Height: 3.4-7cm

Distribution: Andhra Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Maharashtra, Orissa, Tamil Nadu.

Remarks: This species prefers mudflats near the river mouth often empty shells being washed into the sea shore.