Chilean Abalone
Concholepas concholepas
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–40 m
- Max size: 15 cm
A heavy shelled marine snail of Chilean rocky shores, the loco clings to rock and crevices from the low tide line down to about 40 metres. It is a prized food along the coast, so heavily fished that catches are tightly controlled.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Mollusca › Gastropoda › Neogastropoda › Muricidae › Concholepas
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 395353.
FAQ
- How deep does the Chilean Abalone live?
- The Chilean Abalone (Concholepas concholepas) is typically found at 0–40 m.
- How big does the Chilean Abalone get?
- The Chilean Abalone grows to about 15 cm.