How deep does the Bivalve live?

The Bivalve (Anguipecten picturatus) is typically found at 10–130 m.

Bivalve

Anguipecten picturatus

Group: Other
Typical depth: 10–130 m

A small scallop of sandy bottoms, this bivalve tucks itself among coral rubble or shelters under coral slabs and boulders between about 10 and 130 metres. Like other scallops it filters plankton from the water and can swim in short bursts by clapping its valves.

Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Bivalvia › Pectinida › Pectinidae › Anguipecten

Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 394955.

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How deep does the Bivalve live?: The Bivalve (Anguipecten picturatus) is typically found at 10–130 m.