Haliotis supertexta
NameHaliotis supertexta
Scientific NameHaliotis supertexta
Common NameAbalone
FamilyHaliotidae
GenusHaliotis
Speciessupertexta
Geographic DistributionWestern Pacific, including coastal regions of Japan, Korea, and China.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)100
Identifying FeaturesPossesses a prominent row of 5-7 open respiratory pores (tremata) along the left margin of the shell. The shell is relatively thin and has a characteristic flattened, oval profile.
Author CitationReeve, 1846
Description
An abalone shell, characterized by its flattened, ear-shaped form and a distinctive row of open respiratory pores along one edge. The exterior is typically rough and camouflaged, often covered with encrusting organisms, while the interior is iridescent.
