Mimachlamys albolineata
NameMimachlamys albolineata
Scientific NameMimachlamys albolineata
Common NameWhite-lined scallop
FamilyPectinidae
GenusMimachlamys
Speciesalbolineata
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, including areas such as Japan, the Philippines, Indonesia, and other parts of Southeast Asia.
Habitatsubtidal
Average Size (mm)30-50
Identifying FeaturesProminent, numerous radial ribs (typically 20-25), unequal auricles, and a highly characteristic checkered or mottled color pattern on the ribs. The shell is generally thin but strong.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author Citation(Sowerby II, 1842)
Description
A medium-sized scallop shell, characterized by its fan-shaped outline and numerous, prominent radial ribs. The shell exhibits a distinctive and attractive color pattern of alternating dark brown to black and lighter cream to orange-brown bands along its ribs, creating a checkered or mottled appearance. It possesses unequal auricles (ears) at the hinge line, typical of scallops.
