Annachlamys striatula
NameAnnachlamys striatula
Scientific NameAnnachlamys striatula
Common NameStriate Scallop
FamilyPectinidae
GenusAnnachlamys
Speciesstriatula
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including waters around Australia (Queensland, New South Wales, Western Australia), New Caledonia, Philippines, and Indonesia.
Habitatsubtidal
Average Size (mm)40-70 mm (can reach up to 80 mm)
Identifying FeaturesFan-shaped shell with 20-25 strong, rounded radial ribs. Unequal auricles with a byssal notch on the anterior auricle. Distinctive, often striped or mottled color patterns.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Reeve, 1853)
Description
A medium-sized scallop shell, characterized by its fan-like shape and striking color patterns of reddish-brown stripes and blotches on a cream background. It possesses numerous prominent radial ribs and unequal auricles, typical of the Pectinidae family.
