Pecten excavatus
NamePecten excavatus
Scientific NamePecten excavatus (Anton, 1838)
Common NameExcavated Scallop
FamilyPectinidae
GenusPecten
Speciesexcavatus
Geographic DistributionMediterranean Sea and Eastern Atlantic Ocean, including areas off Portugal, Spain, Morocco, and the Canary Islands.
Average Size (mm)30
Identifying FeaturesDistinctive fan shape, numerous prominent radial ribs (which can be spiny), and unequal auricles. The vibrant and variable coloration is also a key characteristic. It is important to note that *Pecten excavatus* Anton, 1838 is now widely considered a junior synonym of *Chlamys excavata* (Anton, 1838).
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author CitationAnton, 1838
Description
A small to medium-sized marine bivalve mollusk, commonly known as a scallop. Its shell is fan-shaped with prominent radial ribs and unequal auricles. The specimen shown exhibits a vibrant pinkish-red coloration. Taxonomically, *Pecten excavatus* Anton, 1838 is considered a junior synonym of *Chlamys excavata* (Anton, 1838).
