Haumea loxoides
NameHaumea loxoides
Scientific NameHaumea loxoides
Common NameNone widely recognized (a type of scallop)
FamilyPectinidae
GenusHaumea
Speciesloxoides
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific, including regions such as Japan and the Philippines.
Shell Shapebivalve
Average Size (mm)Approximately 20-30 mm
Identifying FeaturesFan-shaped shell with numerous strong radial ribs, a characteristic broken radial color pattern, and small auricles. The overall appearance is typical of a small scallop.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Nomura & Hatai, 1935)
Description
A small, fan-shaped scallop shell, characterized by prominent radial ribs and a distinctive color pattern of reddish-brown to purplish-brown radial bands on a white or cream background. The shell is shown resting on a sandy-gravelly seabed with some marine vegetation.
