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Argopecten purpuratus (Lamarck, 1819) Peruvian calico scallop |
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| Family: | Pectinidae (scallops) | |||
| Max. size: | 12 cm ShL (male/unsexed) | |||
| Environment: | benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 500 m | |||
| Distribution: | Southeast Pacific: From Paita, Peru to Chiloé, Chile. Tropical to subtropical. | |||
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| Biology: | Found in shallow bays (Ref. 106891). Inhabits sedimentary grounds in sheltered areas at depths from 5 to 40 m (Ref. 106862). | |||
| IUCN Red List Status: | Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251) | |||
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