How deep does the Comb Pen Shell live?

The Comb Pen Shell (Atrina pectinata) is typically found at 0–200 m.

How big does the Comb Pen Shell get?

The Comb Pen Shell grows to about 39 cm.

Comb Pen Shell

Atrina pectinata

Group: Other
Typical depth: 0–200 m
Max size: 39 cm

This large pen shell stands point down in sand or muddy sand with its broad fan shaped shell rising into the water, anchored by fine byssal threads. It reaches close to 40 centimetres, lives from the low intertidal to about 20 metres, and is collected in many areas for food.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Ostreida › Pinnidae › Atrina

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 140779.

FAQ

How deep does the Comb Pen Shell live?: The Comb Pen Shell (Atrina pectinata) is typically found at 0–200 m.
How big does the Comb Pen Shell get?: The Comb Pen Shell grows to about 39 cm.