Reproduction of Argopecten purpuratus
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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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(e.g. 9948)
(e.g. cnidaria)
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