Clam -Tapes decussatus

Yosr Jamoussi's illustration features the Clam, locally called "Qallala". There we see several specimens on a sandy bottom, one of which reveals its siphons.
The clam is a strategic resource for southern Tunisia, particularly in the Gulf of Gabès. This stamp honors the work of women clam collectors and highlights the importance of sustainable management of this valuable export resource for the coastal economy.