Family: |
Pectinidae (scallops) |
Max. size: |
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Environment: |
benthic; marine; depth range 87 - 111 m |
Distribution: |
Western Central Pacific: Indonesia, Philippines and New Caledonia. |
Diagnosis: |
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Biology: |
Depth range is based on occurrence in the Philippines (Ref. 101147); to be replaced with a better reference. Found among coral rubble on sandy bottoms or byssally attached to the undersides of rocks or coral boulders (Ref. 101147). Usually encrusted with sponge. |
IUCN Red List Status: |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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Threat to humans: |
harmless |
Country info: |
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