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Argopecten purpuratus
Argopecten purpuratus (Lamarck, 1819)
Peruvian calico scallop
photo by FAO

Family:  Pectinidae (scallops)
Max. size:  12 cm ShL (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 500 m
Distribution:  Southeast Pacific: From Paita, Peru to Chiloé, Chile. Tropical to subtropical.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Found in shallow bays (Ref. 106891). Inhabits sedimentary grounds in sheltered areas at depths from 5 to 40 m (Ref. 106862).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
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