Strange's Pecten
NameStrange's Pecten
Scientific NameAnnachlamys strangei
Common NameStrange's Pecten
FamilyPectinidae
GenusAnnachlamys
Speciesstrangei
Geographic DistributionEndemic to Australia, primarily found along the eastern coast, including New South Wales and Queensland.
Shell Shapebivalve
Average Size (mm)50-70
Identifying FeaturesFan-shaped shell with strong, often scaly or nodulose radial ribs. Distinctive orange-brown and cream zigzag or mottled color pattern. Unequal auricles at the hinge. The overall appearance is typical of a scallop.
Dietfilter-feeder
Raritycommon
Author CitationReeve, 1853
Description
A medium-sized scallop shell, characterized by its fan-like shape and prominent, often scaly or nodulose radial ribs. The shell exhibits a striking color pattern of alternating bands and blotches of orange-brown and cream or off-white, frequently forming zigzag or mottled markings across the ribs. The hinge line features distinct, unequal auricles (ears). The specimen shown is a single valve, displaying a convex profile.
