Echinomorpha nishihirai (Veron, 1990)
Echinomorpha nishihirai
photo by Veron, Charlie (J.E.N.)

Family:  Pectiniidae ()
Max. size: 
Environment:  reef-associated; marine; depth range 5 - 20 m
Distribution:  Western Pacific.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Inhabits shallow, tropical reef areas, specifically in lower reef slopes protected from wave action, and crevices (Ref. 98471).
IUCN Red List Status: Near Threatened (NT); Date assessed: 01 January 2008 Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
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