Chlamys rubida

Smooth pink scallop
Pétoncle rose nageur

Distribution

Substrate and environment

Exclusively a marine species
The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
The species is generally observed in a sandy zone or in seagrass
The species moves by swimming
The species can be found between 1 and 300 Meters.
Uncommon Species

General behaviour of the species

Lives in large groups

General characteristics of the species

Maximum size : 7 cm
Maximum age known : 6 year(s)
The animal feeds on plankton or small organisms.
The shell is covered with algae

Relationship with humans

The species is good to eat
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing

The species can be confused with other species of similar appearance!