reddish-rayed abalone
Namereddish-rayed abalone
Scientific NameHaliotis coccoradiata
Common NameReddish-rayed Abalone, Rayed Abalone
FamilyHaliotidae
GenusHaliotis
Speciescoccoradiata
Geographic DistributionIndo-Pacific region, primarily off the coasts of Australia (New South Wales, Queensland, Western Australia) and potentially New Zealand.
Habitatintertidal
Average Size (mm)50-80 mm, with some specimens reaching up to 100 mm in length.
Identifying FeaturesThe most distinguishing features are the prominent reddish radial rays on the exterior, the flattened oval shape, and the presence of 5-7 open respiratory pores along the shell's margin. The low spire is also characteristic.
Raritycommon
Author CitationReeve, 1846
Description
A small to medium-sized abalone shell, characterized by its flattened, oval shape and low spire. The exterior surface displays distinctive reddish-brown to dark red radial stripes or rays on a lighter, often cream, pale yellow, or greenish-tan background. It possesses a series of open respiratory pores (tremata) along the left margin, typically 5-7 in number. The shell surface may exhibit fine growth lines and some irregular sculpture. The interior is highly iridescent.
