Royal Cloak Scallop
Gloripallium pallium
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–100 m
- Max size: 11 cm
- For divers: safe
A colourful scallop that anchors itself with silken byssal threads beneath coral slabs and rubble, the royal cloak scallop is common in the shallow subtidal down to about 100 metres. When torn loose it can clap its valves and swim a surprising distance.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Pectinida › Pectinidae › Gloripallium
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 215389.
FAQ
- How deep does the Royal Cloak Scallop live?
- The Royal Cloak Scallop (Gloripallium pallium) is typically found at 0–100 m.
- Is the Royal Cloak Scallop dangerous to divers?
- The Royal Cloak Scallop is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Royal Cloak Scallop get?
- The Royal Cloak Scallop grows to about 11 cm.