Main Ref. | Minchin, D., 2003 |
Mode | protandry |
Fertilization | external |
Spawning Frequency | variable throughout range |
Batch Spawner | No |
Reproductive Guild | |
Description of life cycle and mating behavior | Life cycle: Embryos develop into free-swimming trocophore larvae, succeeded by the bivalve veliger, resembling a miniature clam (Ref. 833). Spawning occurs year-round but mainly during spring and autumn (Ref. 106788). |
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