21. Barnea candida (Linnaeus, 1758)

1758. Pholas candida Linn, Sys. Nat., ed., 10: 669.

Material examined: 10 valves

Measurements: Length: 3-5cm, Height: 1-3.5cm

Distribution: Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, Orissa, West Bengal.

Remarks: Estuarine in habitat, found occurs in mud flats, only death and empty shells found in the area.