Excellichlamys spectabilis (Reeve, 1853) Spectacular scallop |
photo by
Coltro, Marcus |
Family: | Pectinidae (scallops) | |||
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Environment: | benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 120 m | |||
Distribution: | Indo-Pacific. | |||
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Biology: | Attached via its byssus to the undersides of coral slabs or among coral rubble on sand or muddy sand (Ref. 101147). | |||
IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251) | |||
Threat to humans: | harmless | |||
Country info: | Known from southern Japan (Ref. 108891). C: Ref. 108891. |