Haliotis tuberculata lamellosa
Substrate and environment
- Exclusively a marine species
- The species is generally observed on the reef or near it.
- The species crawls on the seafloor
- The species can be found between 0 and 15 Meters.
- Uncommon Species
- Endemic species.
Environment and movement of the nocturnal species
- The animal hunts at night
General behaviour of the species
- Species generally solitary
- The animal is rather indifferent to the diver, though it remains on its guard
General characteristics of the species
- Maximum size : 8 cm
- The animal is a grazer of algae.
- 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
- Used in the clothing, footwear or crafts industries for the manufacture of articles (jewellery, etc.)
Abalone
Seeohr
Zeeoren
Ormeau
Oreja de mar
Orecchia di mare