Family: |
Haliotidae (abalones) |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
benthic; marine |
Distribution: |
Indo-West Pacific: Philippines, New Caledonia and Singapore. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Found on loose rocks and sand patches on drying reef (Ref. 101268). Also inhabits wave exposed rocky shores. Feeds on epilithic algae by grazing (Ref. 85382). |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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