Haliotis tuberculata tuberculata

Abalone
Seeohr
Zeeoren
Ormeau
Oreja de mar
Orecchia di mare

Distribution

The temperate Atlantic

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.
Common 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 : 11 cm
Maximum age known : 15 year(s)
The animal is a grazer of algae.
The shell is covered with algae

Relationship with humans

The species is in great demand and highly appreciated
The species is exploited in the following sector(s) :
- - Fishing or commercial aquiculture for food
- -Sport or local fishing