Pecten maximus (Linnaeus, 1758)
Great Atlantic scallop
Pecten maximus
photo by Scott, Sue

Family:  Pectinidae (scallops)
Max. size:  17 cm SHD (male/unsexed)
Environment:  benthic; marine; depth range 0 - 125 m
Distribution:  Eastern Atlantic and the Mediterranean Sea.
Diagnosis:   
Biology:  Common shell diameter is 10 to 15 cm (Ref. 101421).
IUCN Red List Status: Not Evaluated (N.E.) Ref. 123251)
Threat to humans: 
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