| Family: |
Pectinidae (scallops) |
| Max. size: |
20 cm TL (male/unsexed); max. reported age: 12 years |
| Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 300 m |
| Distribution: |
Western Central Pacific and Northwest Atlantic: Palau, Canada to USA. |
| Diagnosis: |
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| Biology: |
Large epibenthic bivalve found along the continental shelf (Ref. 121934). Semi-mobile. Opportunistic filter feeder, utilizing both pelagic and benthic organisms as food (Ref. 106925), |
| IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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| Threat to humans: |
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| Country info: |
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