Glorichlamys elegantissima
NameGlorichlamys elegantissima
Scientific NameGlorichlamys elegantissima
Common NameElegant Scallop
FamilyPectinidae
GenusGlorichlamys
Specieselegantissima
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas around the Philippines, Indonesia, and other parts of Southeast Asia.
Shell Shapebivalve
Average Size (mm)Typically ranges from 40 to 70 mm in height.
Identifying FeaturesDistinguished by its numerous, often scaly or spiny radial ribs (typically 18-25 main ribs), highly variable and often striking coloration, and unequal auricles. The right valve is usually more convex than the left.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Deshayes, 1863)
Description
Glorichlamys elegantissima is a species of marine bivalve mollusc, commonly known as an elegant scallop. It is renowned for its highly variable and often vibrant coloration, as well as its distinctive shell sculpture featuring numerous radial ribs that can be adorned with scales or spines. This species is a filter feeder and is found in tropical Indo-Pacific waters.
