Disk Abalone
NameDisk Abalone
Scientific NameHaliotis discus
Common NameDisk Abalone, Japanese Abalone
FamilyHaliotidae
GenusHaliotis
Speciesdiscus
Geographic DistributionNative to the coastal waters of Japan, Korea, and China.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)120
Identifying FeaturesDistinguished by its low, flattened, oval shell, 3-5 prominent and often raised open respiratory pores, and a rough exterior sculpture combining concentric growth lines and radial ribs. The shell is relatively thick and robust.
Rarityrare
Author CitationReeve, 1846
Description
A univalve gastropod shell, characterized by its flattened, oval shape and a series of open respiratory pores along the shell's margin. The exterior is typically rough with concentric growth lines and varied coloration, while the interior is highly iridescent.
