Southern Australia Scallop
Pecten fumatus
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–80 m
- Max size: 9.3 cm
A scallop of coastal sandy and muddy seabeds, it lies on the bottom between about 10 and 73 metres and sieves plankton and detritus from the water. Abundant offshore, it can swim in short bursts by clapping its two hinged valves.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Pectinida › Pectinidae › Pecten
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 393904.
FAQ
- How deep does the Southern Australia Scallop live?
- The Southern Australia Scallop (Pecten fumatus) is typically found at 0–80 m.
- How big does the Southern Australia Scallop get?
- The Southern Australia Scallop grows to about 9.3 cm.