Adamussium colbecki (Smith, 1902)
Antarctic scallop
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Family:  Pectinidae (scallops)
Max. size:  9 cm SHL (male/unsexed); max. reported age: 7 years
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 2 - 4545 m
Distribution:  Antarctic: Antarctica.
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Biology:  Epifaunal, highest densities found in shallow water of 4 to 6 m depth (Refs. 2590, 7659) (Ref. 2590).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans:  harmless
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