Family: |
Pectinidae (scallops) |
Max. size: |
17 cm SHD (male/unsexed) |
Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 125 m |
Distribution: |
Eastern Atlantic and the Mediterranean Sea. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Common shell diameter is 10 to 15 cm (Ref. 101421). It is a swimmer (Ref. 96498), suspension feeder (Refs. 3477, 96498). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
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