Pectinidae (scallops) |
12 cm ShL (male/unsexed) |
benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 500 m |
Southeast Pacific: From Paita, Peru to Chiloé, Chile. Tropical to subtropical. |
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Found in shallow bays (Ref. 106891). Inhabits sedimentary grounds in sheltered areas at depths from 5 to 40 m (Ref. 106862). |
Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
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This species is of economic interest in commercial and artisanal fisheries (Ref. 92479). Known from Tongoy (Ref. 106891). C: Refs. 90098, 92479, 92822, 106862, 106891; O: Refs. 92822, 106891, 114849. |
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