Perlemoen Abalone

Haliotis midae

Perlemoen Abalone

South Africa's largest and most abundant abalone, this single shelled grazer clings to rocky reefs from the tide line down to about 10 metres. It can reach 25 centimetres across, and heavy demand for its meat has pushed it onto the endangered list.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Lepetellida › Haliotidae › Haliotis

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 207660.

FAQ

How deep does the Perlemoen Abalone live?
The Perlemoen Abalone (Haliotis midae) is typically found at 0–10 m.
How big does the Perlemoen Abalone get?
The Perlemoen Abalone grows to about 25 cm.